Care Link Services is seeking a reliable and caring female Disability Support Worker to provide community access and domestic support to a participant in Bertram.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the participant to access the community and attend activities and appointments.
- Assist with domestic tasks and daily routines.
- Follow the participant’s Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plan.
- Provide epilepsy and seizure management support in accordance with the participant’s care plan and relevant training.
- Assist with diabetes management where required, within your training and scope of practice.
- Encourage independence, choice and participation.
- Complete accurate shift notes and report concerns to management.
Essential Requirements
- Experience supporting people with epilepsy and intellectual disability.
- Experience implementing Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies.
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability/Aged Care) or equivalent.
- Valid Australian driver’s licence.
- Reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance.
- NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- National Police Clearance.
- Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
- Reliable, punctual and available for the advertised shifts.
- Good communication and documentation skills.
Desirable
- Training and practical experience in diabetes management.
- Training and practical experience in seizure management.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and availability.
Licence/Certification:
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability/Aged Care) or equivalent (Required)
- Driver Licence (Required)
- Comprehensive Vehicle Insurance (Required)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (Required)
- National Police Clearance (Required)
- First Aid and CPR Certificates (Required)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person
Pay: $33.00 – $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15.0 – 30.0 per week
Advantages:
- Employee mentoring program
Application Question(s):
- Experience with epilepsy and seizure management?
- Experience with Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans?
- Experience supporting people with intellectual disability?
- Experience with diabetes management?