Uconnex Community Services is seeking experienced Female Disability Support Workers to join our team in the Melbourne region.
This is a casual position providing 24/7 disability support, including sleepover shifts. We are looking to build a consistent and reliable all-female team to provide high-quality, person-centred support.
Important: In line with the participant's and family's request, this position requires female support workers to provide personal care and ongoing support.
What you'll be doing
- Assist with personal care and daily living activities, including showering, dressing and meal preparation.
- Provide mobility assistance, including wheelchair assistance and safe transfers.
- Follow manual handling procedures and falls prevention strategies.
- Provide emotional support and encouragement while promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.
- Provide overnight support during scheduled sleepover shifts and respond to the participant's needs when required.
- Assist with medication support in accordance with individual support plans and your training.
- Assist with household tasks and maintain a safe, clean and organised living environment.
- Maintain accurate progress notes and incident reports.
- Follow individual support plans and work collaboratively with the Case Manager, Service Coordinator and other team members.
What we're looking for
- Female Disability Support Workers.
- Previous experience in disability support or a related care environment.
- Experience with personal care, wheelchair assistance and mobility support.
- Knowledge of manual handling and falls prevention.
- Willingness to work sleepover shifts.
- Strong communication skills, patience and a compassionate approach.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a consistent support team.
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- Current Working With Children Check (WWCC).
- Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
- Manual Handling certificate.
- Medication competency.
- Valid driver's licence and reliable transport.
Shift Availability The position requires coverage across a 24/7 roster, including:
Availability across rotating shifts is highly desirable. We are looking for reliable staff who can commit to consistent weekly availability.
What we offer
- Competitive casual hourly rates in accordance with the SCHADS Award.
- Paid training and onsite orientation.
- Opportunities for ongoing training and career development.
- Support from an experienced management and clinical team.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone's life.
About us Uconnex Community Services is a disability support provider committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. We empower individuals to live independently, achieve their personal goals and participate in their communities.
Apply now!
If you are an experienced and compassionate female Disability Support Worker looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply.
📌 Female Disability Support Worker - OPEN TO CAREER SHIFTERS (Officer)
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