Level 2, Pay point 1 - $36.22 per hours plus 25% casual loading

About the role

We are seeking enthusiastic people who are passionate about supporting people with disabilities.

We provide a variety of support services which include individualised support services and group support.

Our Individualised Supports involves providing in house activities, community access for people with disabilities as well as in home skill development. Support workers may be required to perform personal care tasks where requested.

Group Supports provide the opportunities for adults and children to build on life skills such as cooking, self-advocacy, art, learning to live and travel independently, increasing health and wellbeing, sport and fitness, vocational skills and technology. Group supports also provide the opportunity for recreational activities.

Essential

- Can work flexible hours and weekends

- Have common sense, good time management and communication skills

- Be able to work independently, identify and problem solve

- Have outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with participants, families, supporters and the wider community

- The ability to write effective notes after shifts on our data management system to provide accurate documentation of supports/ activities





- Have the ability to carry out designated duties/tasks as per participants Individual Support Plan, Positive Support Plans, health plans, NDIS plans, mental health plans and other reasonable duties as required and in response to changing circumstances

- Current NDIS Workers Screening Check

- Completed NDIS Worker Orientation module

- Working with children (WWC card)

Desirable

- Certificate III in Individual Support, Certificate IV in Disability / Age Care or studying toward other relevant qualification

- First Aid and CPR certificate

- Valid driver’s licence

About us

Distinctive Options have been assisting people to fulfil their potential and gain equality in the community since 1985. We are more than your approved NDIS provider – we are with you on your journey and form a unique partnership that enables you to practice choice and control over your life. We aspire to make connections which enable people who have a disability to achieve their ambitions and live their most distinctive life.

What you need to do NOW

Please submit your application by pressing ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV and cover letter.

For a copy of the Position description please email Roxanne McKerral, People & Culture Manager, *@d-o.com.au

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

📌 Disability Support Workers (Bendigo)
🏢 Distinctive Options
📍 Bendigo