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 assist and support a female client in Rye.

We require support during the following shifts:

• Monday: 9:00am-12:00pm & 6:00pm-7:00pm
• Tuesday: 6:00pm-7:00pm
• Wednesday: 9:00am-11:00am & 6:00pm-7:00pm
• Thursday: 6:00pm-7:00pm
• Friday: 9:00am-11:00am & 6:00pm-7:00pm
• Saturday: 9:00am-11:00am & 6:00pm-7:00pm
• Sunday: 9:00am-11:00am & 6:00pm-7:00pm

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

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.