Support Worker – Hallett Cove

About Me

I am looking to welcome a compassionate and reliable support worker to join my existing team, assisting me to live independently in my own home.

I enjoy spending time outdoors, including gardening, fishing, pistol shooting, boating and tinkering in the shed. I also enjoy music, movies, spending time with family, and catching up with people at my local café, where I like to socialise over a coffee most days. I have a good sense of humour and appreciate support from someone who is friendly, practical and enjoys building positive relationships.

Role Overview

Provide support to promote my independence in the home, including:

• Personal care, including showering, dressing and personal hygiene
• Prompting and assistance with medication as required
• Laundry and household tasks
• Preparing breakfast and lunch
• General tidiness in and around the home
• Assisting with physiotherapy exercises

Transport and Support To:

• Medical appointments
• Community and social activities
• Shopping for myself and the home
• Café visits and other social outings

About You

I am seeking someone compassionate, reliable and able to communicate effectively with me, my family and other service providers.

You will ideally be:

• Empathetic with excellent communication skills
• Organised and able to use your initiative
• Practical, reliable and motivated
• Flexible and adaptable to changing support needs
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a small team

Work Schedule

Permanent weekly shifts:

• Thursday and Friday, 8 am start, until 2-3 pm
• Approximately 14–16 hours per week

Additional opportunities may include:

• Occasional weekend morning shifts to assist with personal care
• Overnight (sleepover or active overnight) shifts as required
• Flexibility to cover additional shifts when other team members are unavailable

(Approximate start and finish times can be discussed during the interview process.)

Pay and Training

• SCHADS Award Level 2.1 Casual Rate (currently $43.23 per hour)
• Ongoing training and support provided

Requirements

All applicants should possess or be prepared to obtain:

• Current driver’s licence and reliable, insured vehicle
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Assist With Medication Certificate
• A genuine commitment to supporting independence and providing person-centred care