About the Organisation:

Independence Australia is a social enterprise that provides choices for people living with a disability or other personal need, enabling them to regain and retain their independence within a supportive community.

About the Role:

We are seeking In-Home Disability Support Workers to support a male client in Pearcedale.

We require support during the following shifts:

• Monday: 4pm-11pm & 11pm-7am inactive sleepover (week 1 & 2)
• Tuesday: 4pm-11pm & 11pm-7am inactive sleepover (week 1 & 2)
• Wednesday: 4pm-11pm & 11pm-7am inactive sleepover (week 1)
• Thursday: 4pm-11pm & 11pm-7am inactive sleepover (week 1 & 2)
• Sunday: 4pm-11pm & 11pm-7am inactive sleepover (week 1)

We need candidates who are committed and passionate, and have the ability to create supportive and professional working partnerships.

Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience as a disability support worker in the community or in-home setting
• Previous experience assisting clients' with the following:
  • Personal Care
  • Catheter Care
  • Bowel Care
  • Utilising Hoist Transfers and wheelchair
  • Domestic support

Position Requirements:

• Certificate III or IV in Disability or similar.
• First Aid/CPR certificates.
• Pre-Employment Police Check.
• DWES Check.
• Pre-Employment Medical Assessment.
• Own car and valid driver’s licence (International driver's licence will not be accepted).
• Smart phone and internet access.
• Willingness to undergo further training and development, specific to the clients’ care.

A full position description is available below.