Positions: 5Weekly Hours: CasualHourly Rate: $***** - $*****(Plus allowances and superannuationDo you have a genuine interest in and commitment to the well-being and inclusion of people with disabilities?
Are you committed to providing quality support and care for people with a broad range of needs?
We're currently looking for professional, passionate and positive people to join our team as casual Disability Services Support Workers!
About Orange City CouncilOrange City Councilis committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community.Witharound 800 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community.
Our aim -to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.About the roleThe objective of this role is to provide support to individuals with disability in line with the NDIS Quality and Safeguard Standards and funding objectives.
You will be responsible in supporting clients based on their individual support plans and needs within a residential accommodation setting.
As a Support Worker your responsibilities will include:Mentoring and skill development – empowering clients to explore and develop their personal interests/hobbies.Assisting with independent living skills, personal care, activities of daily living and completing household cleaning.Administering medication and implementing individual based support plansCompleting explicit, factual, and concise written documentation and within an electronic reporting system (CTARS) and via email.Providing personal care such as toileting, showering,



preparing meals in line with individual mealtime management plansLiaising with external stakeholders and supporting the client in the decision-making process to achieve their individual goals and aspirations.Helping clients engage with their local communities and cultural services, through accessing community participation programs and recreational activities.BenefitsPaid orientation into the service and the support needs of the clientsHealth and Wellbeing benefits including a Fitness Passport for you and your familySalary Packaging available including novated leasingA range of in-house and external training opportunitiesLearn from a dedicated and experienced Disability Services TeamSo what do you need?
These can be physically demanding roles but are also positive and rewarding and to be successful you'll need demonstrated experience supporting and caring for people with a broad range of support needs relating to disability.
You'll also need:Passion for the support and wellbeing of people with disabilityExcellent communication, problem solving and conflict resolution skillsEmpathy and a caring natureCertificate III in Individual Support or equivalent, we will also consider candidates who are currently studying.Provide First Aid (HLTAID003) certificate.Current NSW Class C Drivers LicenceCurrent NSW Working with Children Check Clearance (If working with OSHC)NDIS Worker Screening Verification (Or ability to obtain before starting)If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact ****** or telephone Disability Services Coordinator, Melanie Keen on **************.
Applications close on Sunday 8 November ****Please note:Where additional candidates are found suitablefrom this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created forfilling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.
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