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 Ringwood.

We require support during the following shifts:

• Tuesday: 7am-11am (week 1 & 2)
• Wednesday: 6:30am-10pm (week 1) and 7am-11am (week 2)
• Thursday: 6:30pm-10pm (week 1)
• Friday: 7am-11am (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
  • Peg Feeding
  • Ventilation

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

For more information please contact Shenay, Recruitment Coordinator, on (03) 9418 0481.

www.independenceaustralia.com

An application form is attached.