Job Description

Casual Opportunities Available

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Locations: Latrobe Valley, West Gippsland & Traralgon

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Support People to Live the Life They Choose

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At Bright Access, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live with independence, dignity, and choice.

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We are seeking passionate and reliable Disability Support Workers to join our growing team across Gippsland. If you enjoy helping others, value meaningful work, and want to build a rewarding career in the disability sector, we'd love to hear from you.

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Why Join Bright Access?

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Bright Access is a registered NDIS provider delivering person-centred support services that promote independence, inclusion, and quality of life. Our work is guided by the NDIS Practice Standards and our BRIGHT Values: Balance, Reliability, Integrity, Growth & Innovation, Happiness, and Teamwork.

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When You Join Bright Access, You'll Enjoy

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- A supportive leadership team with extensive frontline experience
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- Ongoing training and development through our internal Bright Access Training Hub
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- Genuine opportunities for career progression
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- A positive and inclusive workplace culture
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- A solid focus on employee wellbeing and work-life balance
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- Novated leasing opportunities
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- Discounts and cashback offers through leading retailers
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- Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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About The Role

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As a Disability Support Worker, you will provide individualised, person-centred support to people with disabilities in accordance with their support plans, goals, and preferences.

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Your Responsibilities May Include

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Direct Support

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- Assisting with personal care, including showering, dressing and toileting
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- Supporting daily living activities such as meal preparation, household tasks and community access
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- Assisting with mobility, transfers and the use of assistive equipment
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- Administering medication in accordance with training and organisational procedures
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- Supporting mealtime management and specialised dietary requirements where required
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Health and Wellbeing

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- Supporting participants to attend health and medical appointments
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- Providing High Intensity Daily Personal Activities (where appropriately trained)
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- Following health-related instructions provided by medical professionals
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Positive Behaviour Support

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- Implementing Behaviour Support Plans
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- Recording and reporting behaviours of concern
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- Following protocols relating to restrictive practices
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Documentation and Compliance

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- Maintaining accurate progress notes and incident reports
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- Following participant risk assessments and support plans
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- Adhering to organisational policies, safeguarding requirements, and workplace health and safety obligations
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Goal-Oriented Support

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- Supporting participants to achieve their individual goals
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- Encouraging independence, skill development and community participation
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- Promoting inclusion and meaningful engagement within the community
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Available Shift Types

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- Morning shifts
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- Day shifts
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- Afternoon shifts
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- Evening shifts
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- Sleepover shifts
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- Active night shifts
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- Weekends and public holidays
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About You

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We are looking for people who demonstrate:

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- Compassion and a genuine desire to support others
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- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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- Reliability and professionalism
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- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
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- Commitment to participant rights, dignity and inclusion
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- A positive attitude toward learning and continuous improvement
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- Alignment with the BRIGHT Values of Balance, Reliability, Integrity, Growth & Innovation, Happiness, and Teamwork.
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Essential Requirements

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- NDIS Worker Screening Check
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- Working with Children Check
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- Current CPR Certificate
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- Current Australian Driver Licence
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- Access to a reliable, insured vehicle
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- Demonstrated experience supporting people with diverse disabilities
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- Willingness to travel between participant locations
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- Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including mornings, days, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
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Desirable Qualifications And Experience

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- Certificate III in Individual Support, Certificate IV in Disability, or a related qualification (or currently studying)
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- Experience supporting people with disabilities
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- Experience working with complex support needs or behaviours of concern, implementing strategies outlined in Behaviour Support Plans.
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- Understanding of person-centred and trauma-informed approaches
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- Knowledge of NDIS Practice Standards
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- Experience with digital documentation systems
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Job Type: Casual

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Work Location: In Person

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