Disability Support Worker (Short Shifts)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position:                 Disability Support Worker

Status:                    Casual

Responsible to:     Residential Manager

Classification:       Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award

Location:         Cranbourne North & Narre Warren South

ORGANISATIONAL PROFILE:
Perfect Care prides itself on being a Melbourne based, NDIS registered, Disability Service provider That puts you first. Our direction is led by your choices, needs and goals. We aim to create opportunity, promote independence and progression in a safe and non-discriminative environment for all our valued participants. We do this by providing individual and personalised support 24/7, 365 days a year. In order to maintain excellent care at all times we follow strict NDIS standards. For more details, please refer to our website: www.perfectcare.net.au

POSITION PURPOSE:
The Disability Support Worker is responsible for implementing training and support services aimed at maximizing the living, employment, social and recreational skills of people with a disability. Community inclusion, independence, decision making, and personal choice should be promoted through these supports, with a focus on individual needs.

Potential Shifts as follows:

Morning: 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Afternoon: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
 

RESPONSIBILTIES AND DUTIES:

• Provide direct care assistance to each client in accordance with their service plan and as directed.

• Work in accordance with the medication administration policy, work health and safety procedures and client right's policies including privacy and confidentiality.

• Monitor the safety and well-being of the clients and report any concerns to the Manager.

• Ensure completion of appropriate documentation.  Relevant information on support provided is to be recorded in client notes and communication book as required.

• Work with clients, family/carers, relevant case managers and other professionals to support the client's individual goals.

• Liaise extensively with other staff to ensure the overall smooth and consistent running of the service.

• Actively contribute to a team environment through open communication, participation in regular staff meetings.

• Provide back up and support to other staff, as necessary.

• Participate in Performance Development meetings to identify ongoing training and support opportunities.

• Notify the service manager if you are unable to work on your rostered shifts, with as much notice as possible.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Certificate III in Individual Support - Desirable but not a Requirement

• NDIS workers Orientation module.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Current Driver's License Desired

• NDIS Worker Clearance check

• Current Police check Certificate

• Current First aid and CPR Certificate

• 100 points identification

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Patient, flexible and understanding

• Supportive and caring nature

• Commitments to the rights of people with a disability to live dignified lives

• Able to accept responsibilities

• Able to cope with physical demands of the job

• Able to perform domestic duties 

• Able to work under pressure

Applications should include:

• A cover letter

• Current copy of resume including 2 Professional referees 

• Your current email address

Please send your resume and cover letter through our email: ****@perfectcare.net.au

CLOSING DATE: 27th August 2026

If you do not hear from us by 30th November 2023, this means you were not shortlisted for the position, but we wish you all the very best in your future career.