Disability Support Worker

We are looking for a reliable, energetic and compassionate male Support Worker to join our quirky and supportive team.

This role would suit someone who enjoys working one-on-one with clients, getting out into the community and making a genuine difference in someone's day-to-day life.

The successful applicant will provide support to clients with varying levels of mobility, including clients who use a wheelchair. Support shifts require a strong focus on community access, appointments and day-to-day activities.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting community access and outings

• Providing transport and support to appointments

• Assisting with shopping, activities and social participation

• Supporting the client to participate in the community and maintain independence

• Assisting with wheelchair transfers and manual handling

• Providing practical day-to-day support as required

• Building a positive and respectful relationship with the client

• Following individual support plans and workplace procedures

• Maintaining appropriate documentation and communication with the support team

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Male applicant – this is a genuine occupational requirement for the client

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance

• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)

• Completion of the required 4 NDIS eLearning modules

• Current CPR and First Aid Certificate

• Current open Australian driver's licence

• Reliable and appropriately insured vehicle

• Current vehicle registration

• 100 points of identification

• Previous experience in manual handling, particularly supporting a wheelchair-dependent client

• Physically fit and active, with the ability to safely undertake the manual handling requirements of the role

• A reliable, positive and can-do attitude

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently while also being part of a wider support team

We are looking for someone who is reliable, patient, respectful and genuinely enjoys supporting others. You will need to be comfortable with manual handling and working closely with a wheelchair-dependent client. Support locations are across Moreton Bay Region & surrounding areas including Samsonvale.

If you are someone who doesn't take yourself too seriously, enjoys a quirky environment and wants to make a real difference while supporting someone to live their best life, we would love to hear from you!

To apply: Please submit your resume along with a brief introduction outlining your experience and why you would be a good fit for the role.

Email your Cover Letter and CV to: *****@quirkyss.com.au