09 Nov
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Eben Care
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Tasmania
09 Nov
Eben Care
Tasmania
Job Type: Full-time
Job Description Daily Living Support: Provide 1:1 physical assistance and consistent verbal prompting for personal care tasks, including showering, dressing, and grooming. Mobility Assistance: Offer standby assistance to physical assistance with mobility and transfers. Encourage the consistent use of prescribed mobility aids (e.g., four-wheel walker, wheelchair) and assist with safe navigation on uneven surfaces or steps. The participant occasionally chooses not to use her four-wheel walker and instead holds onto Support Workers' hands for assistance while walking. Cognitive & Executive Functioning Support: Provide consistent 1:1 support for attention, memory, planning, problem-solving, decision-making, and safety awareness due to significant cognitive impairments. This is crucial for tasks like grocery shopping, meal preparation, laundry, domestic cleaning, and financial management. Community Participation: Provide 1:1 support for protected access and engagement in community, social, recreational, and economic activities,
addressing challenges like impulsive behaviours in public settings. Night-time Support: Provide inactive overnight support to assist with re-settling when the participant wakes or exhibits behavioural challenges. What We Are Looking For (Skills, Qualifications & Experience): Relevant certificate in Disability, Individual Support (e.g., Cert III or IV), or equivalent is essential. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a patient and empathetic approach. Ability to communicate in Korean and English is compulsary Strong observational skills and the ability to respond proactively to potential risks. A commitment to promoting the participant's independence, dignity, and overall well-being. Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check. Current First Aid and CPR Certificate. Australian Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle capable of transporting a wheelchair or walker is required.
📌 Support Worker (Tasmania)
🏢 Eben Care
📍 Tasmania