Omega is a NDIS registered provider of individualised, community-based support services across metropolitan Melbourne. We pride ourselves on being flexible and open minded and we enjoy working with people to design supports that reflect individual needs and preferences, rather than having a one size fits all approach.

About the role

• Shifts are worked in the persons family home. The available shifts will be weekday afternoon/ evening, finishing at 10.00pm. Some weekday and weekend shifts will be available during the day with a finish time of 4.00pm. The days will be negotiable dependent on availability.
• The ideal person will be able to prioritise competing tasks and work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for regular engagement with family, allied health supports and other support staff.
• The person would like a worker who is friendly, funny, kind and caring with a preference for someone who does not smoke or vape.
• Support staff provide assistance with a range of daily living tasks that enhance independence, including light household chores, administrative tasks and meal preparation.
• The team receive support and training to assist the person to manage symptoms of mental ill health. The person also receives support to engage in social and community based activities.
• Attendance at scheduled team meetings, training and reflective practice meetings is a requirement.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Prior experience supporting people with Autism
• Level 2 First Aid and CPR
• Right to work in Australia
• Basic computer skills
• Strong English language skills, written and verbal

• Unrestricted Victorian drivers licence
• A reliable, insured vehicle

• Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation module
• A completed application form, current resume and brief introduction letter

Desirable

• Prior mental health experience
• Certificate IV in Disability, Community Services, Mental Health or similar

What we offer

• A strong, supportive team and positive work environment
• Award rates including casual loading + super (and we pay weekly)
• Comprehensive induction and orientation
• Paid ongoing training and professional development
• Flexible hours and an easy to navigate app for accessing shifts, timesheets and managing availability
• After hours on call support
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Regular check ins and supervision
• Omega is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce and we welcome applications from people of all genders, ages, sexualities, cultures, and backgrounds.

Next Steps

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.

Please email any questions to [email protected] using the subject line: Support Worker - Eltham enquiry via EthicalJobs.