21 Sep
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Ambition Health Group
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Melbourne
21 Sep
Ambition Health Group
Melbourne
We are seeking compassionate, reliable and experienced Disability Support Workers to provide high-quality, person-centred support.
This role is suited to someone who is caring, respectful and confident supporting a person with complex physical support needs while promoting their independence, dignity, choice and quality of life .
Disability Support Worker
We are seeking compassionate, reliable and experienced Disability Support Workers to provide high-quality, person-centred support.
This role is suited to someone who is caring, respectful and confident supporting a person with complex physical support needs while promoting their independence, dignity, choice and quality of life .
About the Role
Your responsibilities may include:
- Providing personal care and assistance with daily living activities.
- Supporting transfers, repositioning and mobility using appropriate equipment.
- Assisting with showering, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Supporting meal preparation and feeding as required.
- Assisting with medication in accordance with the client's support plan and relevant procedures.
- Assisting the client with urinary catheter and leg bag care, including emptying and monitoring the leg bag as required
- Maintaining a clean, protected and comfortable environment.
- Following the client's individual care plan, manual-handling procedures and health and safety requirements.
- Communicating respectfully with the client, family members and other members of the support team.
- Recognising and appropriately reporting any changes in the client's condition or wellbeing.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience supporting people with physical disabilities.
- Is confident providing personal care and physical assistance.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is patient, empathetic, trustworthy and respectful.
- Understands the importance of privacy, dignity and client choice.
- Is reliable, punctual and able to work independently.
- Is willing to learn and follow specific client routines and care requirements.
Essential / Desirable Requirements
- Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent
- Previous experience with physical support needs.
- Experience and demonstrated competency in complex bowel care and urinary catheter care , with a strong commitment to safe, respectful and person-centred support.
- Mandarin speaking
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
- NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- Working with Children Check.
- Current driver's licence, if required.
- Manual handling training and experience using hoists and other mobility equipment.
- Current Flu vaccination
- Current Police check
What We Offer
- A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to someone's life.
- Supportive and respectful working environment.
- Consistent shifts for the right person.
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📌 Disability Support Worker (Melbourne)
🏢 Ambition Health Group
📍 Melbourne