22 Sep
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Kingdom Carers
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Queensland
22 Sep
Kingdom Carers
Queensland
Job Description
Disability Support Workers provide care, emotional support, physical assistance and supervision for people with physical and/or intellectual disabilities.
The specifics of the role depend on the client; however, Disability Support Workers tend to focus on tasks that alleviate physical discomfort and promote social connectedness, independence, emotional wellbeing and general health.
Key responsibilities
Assisting with domestic tasks and chores such as shopping, menu planning, cooking, washing, toileting and cleaning
Helping with outings, social activities and other daily routines
Providing companionship and support to assist clients to develop their existing skills, abilities and confidence
Work collaboratively within a team setting
Work independently as required and exercise initiative
Provide a client focused service in a timely, consistent,
co-ordinated and flexible manner
About you
Certificate III in Individual Support (CHC*****) or Certificate IV in Disability (CHC*****) or Bachelor of Social Work
High level of interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills
High level of problem-solving skills
Knowledge of ongoing issues that living with a disability presents at various life stages
NDIS Worker Screening Check (or Police Check if transitional rules apply) and Working with Children Check
Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Program and Infection Control training
First Aid Certificate
CPR Certificate
Medication training
Primary form of ID and secondary form(s) of ID with a value equal to 100 points of ID
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