About the Role:

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced disability support workers for our Enhancing Independence program. Successful applicants will be required to provide a high level of direct care and support to our participants. We are currently seeking dedicated and enthusiastic disability support workers who have experience working in this industry, to provide quality in-home and community support to people with disabilities. Our Enhancing Independence Program provides 1:1 support to people with disabilities in their home and their community across 7 days per week.

We currently have lots of shifts available.

What you could be doing:

In home:

• Assist with personal care and hygiene tasks;
• Provide assistance with housework such as meal preparation;
• Companionship;

In the Community:

• Transport to access their local community to shop or meet up with friends
• Escort to medical and allied health appointments
• Some manual handling with aids

What we need from you:

• A strong desire to help people to remain at home and connected to their community
• A professional outlook and ability to act in a compassionate, non-judgemental manner, good understanding of own personal and professional boundaries;
• A minimum of 3 days per week (not weekends) Certificate III in Individual Support, Aged Care, Disability Care or higher, or currently studying towards
• A valid police check that was completed within the last 6 months
• Current CPR qualifications with at least 3 months before expiry and First Aid with at least 6 months before expiry
• Current driver's license and own reliable vehicle

As we grow as an organisation, our purpose is to stay connected to what people want in their lives. We aim to stay grounded in what we do best, connecting our clients to the right people, so they get what they want out of life. We work within communities to listen to peoples stories, and focus on their strengths and potential. We see the same for our employees and as such you will be welcomed with the utmost respect and support to get you started.

Benefits:

• Achieve that work/life balance
• A competitive salary
• Work with an organisation that values the individual
• Develop your career with a growing organisation
• Ongoing supervision and training.

Please apply as soon as possible, as shortlisting will commence immediately.

You should be eligible to work in Australia.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

annecto is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check where necessary, and abide by our Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct.