Casual Support Worker – Immediate Start

About Us 

At Above & Beyond Support, we are committed to providing high quality service and care. Our team brings together local professionals who aspire to deliver exceptional outcomes for people requiring support in the Hunter Valley Region.

  Get in touch and start your journey with us today! You will find our team to be skilled, dedicated, passionate and ready to hear your professional goals. Our support environments (and the assistance they receive) are specifically tailored to the carers & clients which call them home. 

About the role

In this rewarding position you will be assisted to work with clients to promote their goals, support the development of their skills and abilities, whilst empowering them to live as independently as possible. Support Workers are required to provide frontline support to clients, implement plans, complete records, complete daily living & healthy lifestyle tasks, behave in a certain manner, and promote safety & transparency in all endeavours. When you work with us you can expect: 

·To be treated with respect, autonomy, and professionalism

·Responsive support, which is informed, caring, and helpful

·Effective and easy to use digital systems

·An inclusive employer that prioritises the quality of frontline practice

What we are looking for

Our ideal applicant is a dedicated professional with a desire to make positive differences in the lives of others. We are seeking a Support Worker to join our team on a casual basis. This job has the potential to become on going for the right candidate. You will be a skilled communicator with demonstrated skills in providing care to others.  Permanent Part-time positions available. We provide on the job training & support; there are also set criteria (below) which you must meet. We are able to assist you in obtaining and connecting with the required skills, qualifications, and certificates.

Criteria: 

• Ability to complete Sleepover, active nights and weekend/public holiday work
• Cert III (or greater) in relevant industry qualification and/or significant relevant experience
• A background in NURSING or AIN is highly regarded
• Background in BEHAVIOURAL SUPPORT is highly regarded
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage time.
• Understanding of the Disability Standards
• Consistently ethical conduct & practice
• Demonstrated understanding of a person-centred approach
• Ability to follow established support work practices.
• Knowledge and/or experience in the mental health field
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to connect with clients.
• Ability to follow individual support plans & use digital systems.
• Following checks/modules:

1. Drivers Licence & safe driving record
2. Own vehicle with Comprehensive Vehicle Insurance (or willingness to obtain)
3. Current First Aid Certificate
4. Valid NDIS Worker Check
5. Current Police Check (or willingness to obtain upon employment)
6. Current WWCC
7. Orientation Module
8. Induction Module
9. Communication Module
10. Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals Module

• Strong use of Digital Systems including, but not limited to: 

1. Employment Hero
2. Microsoft Suite
3. Microsoft Teams
4. Microsoft Forms