Support Worker

FEMALE SUPPORT WORKER / PERSONAL ASSISTANT

My Place is assisting a NDIS participant and her family to recruit a female support worker.

Successful applicant will be employed directly by the participant and her family.

LOCATION: Ocean Reef, West Australia

 About the Role

Join a small, family-led support team providing one-on-one support to a 43-year-old vibrant, sociable and outgoing young woman living with a physical disability. There are currently three Personal Assistants in the team.

Hours Available

• Weekends– two hour morning supports

• Future hours to support evening and overnights.

• Flexible hours to cover sick leave and annual leave of the team

 About the Person You'll Support

You will be supporting an outgoing young woman who enjoys:

• Shopping

• Cosmetics – all things makeup and skincare

• Watching various programs on television including streaming services

• Loves to follow world news and events

• Having a laugh

  What You'll Do

•  Support community participation and social activities

• Assist with daily living activities and personal goals

• Personal care support including catheter and bowel management

• Work collaboratively with the family and support team

• Willing to assist with household domestic cleaning, tidying and running errands

 About You

You are:

• Positive, reliable and patient

• Comfortable working independently

• A strong communicator

• Committed to person-centred support

• Looking for long-term work

• Have a carefree, happy personality

  Most importantly, you understand that great support work is built on relationships. We are looking for people who want to invest in a long-term connection, not simply fill shifts.

This position is best suited to applicants seeking long-term employment and will not be suitable for those looking for temporary, transitional or short-term work.

Requirements

•  Female applicants only. This position involves personal care and intimate support and is exempt under the WA Equal Opportunity Act as a genuine occupational requirement.

• Must be comfortable delivering personal care including emptying catheter and providing support with bowel care

• Current WA Driver's Licence

• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)

• Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module

• Full Australian working rights

 How to Apply

 Please email your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your availability and suitability for the role to:

**********@gmail.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.