We are seeking experienced male Attendant Care Workers (ACWs) to support a 38-year-old male participant with a severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) in the Melrose Park area.

The ideal candidates will be mature, reliable and confident in providing person-centred support, with strong manual handling skills and experience assisting with wheelchair transfers, standing programs and community access. Russian-speaking workers are highly desirable, with the ability to support the participant to attend church and engage in community activities.

KEY – MANDATORY SELECTION CRITERIA

We are seeking MALE Attendant Care Workers who are fluent in Russian and English. Both requirements are essential for this position and are non-negotiable.

Please ensure your Russian-speaking ability is clearly stated on your resume or application. Applications that do not specifically identify Russian language proficiency will not be considered.

Applicants must also have strong manual handling skills, excellent communication skills, professional boundaries and experience supporting individuals with complex needs.

Current Requested Care:

1x ACW 12hrs per day

2nd ACW 1.5hrs per day to assist with standing program

Care Worker Preferences:

- MUST speak Russian - comfortable going to church with participant
- Care workers of a similar age or older are preferred
- Male workers
- Good manual handling skills




- Confident communicating with participant, family and feedback to care agency

Mobility:

- Manual wheelchair (MWC) for mobility - independent short distances but requires assist at all other times
- Standing pivot transfers or use of a RoMedic Return
- Wheelchair-accessible taxi required for all transport

Personal Care and Domestic Assistance:

- Personal care is fully assisted by his mother- ACW to assist with transfers
- Domestic tasks are completed by his mother

Behaviour:

- The participant can display inappropriate behaviours, including asking personal questions, swearing at staff and inappropriate physical contact, such as gripping hands too tightly when shaking hands or pinching staff during transfers.
- Nil recent incident with participant reported
- Neuropsychologist involved to support ACW training and working 1:1 with participant
- No PBSP in place
- Working with participants family can be challenging, ACW will need strong understanding of their boundaries as a ACW - following care plan not additional instruction from family

Attendant Care Program: The attendant care program focuses on:

- Support to attend medical and therapy appointments.
- Assistance with home exercise and therapy programs.
- Assistance with position changes throughout the day.
- Support to access the community and participate in outings.

📌 Attendant Care Worker - Russian Speaking ONLY! (Melrose Park)
🏢 Global Disability u0026 Community Services
📍 Melrose Park