Postion : Residential Care Officer

Location: Lexington Drive, Bella Vista NSW

Employment type: Full-time

Salary: 75,000-85,000, plus superannuation

About the role

Sunnyday Carers is seeking a compassionate and experienced Residential Care Officer to provide care, supervision and coordinated support for people with disability in a residential care setting.

You will assess individual support needs, develop and implement support programs, monitor client wellbeing and guide support workers to deliver consistent, person-centred care.

Key responsibilities

- Assess clients' needs, abilities and goals through consultation with clients, families and relevant professionals.
- Develop, implement and review individual care and support programs that promote independence, wellbeing and daily living skills.
- Provide care and supervision, responding appropriately to changes in clients' physical, emotional and behavioural needs.
- Organise activities that encourage social participation, community engagement and personal development.
- Coordinate daily care activities and guide support workers in implementing individual support plans.
- Monitor client progress, evaluate the effectiveness of support programs and recommend adjustments.




- Maintain accurate client records, progress reports, incident reports and handover information.
- Liaise with families, guardians, healthcare professionals and other service providers to coordinate support and referrals.
- Identify risks, respond to incidents and escal(e) concerns in accordance with organisational procedures.
- Uphold client rights, privacy, dignity and choice while following applicable quality and safeguarding requirements.

Qualifications and experience

- Diploma or higher qualification in Community Services, Disability or a related field.
- 1 year of relevant experience in residential care, disability services or a similar support environment.
- Ability to assess support needs, implement care programs and maintain accurate documentation.
- Solid communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Experience guiding support workers and coordinating care delivery.
- Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
- Current NDIS Worker Screening clearance and other relevant checks.
- Valid driver's licence and willingness to work rostered shifts, including weekends where required.

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