Are you looking for a great opportunity to build a rewarding career where you can make a difference within our supportive enviroment? We have a number of permanent full time, part time and casual vacancies available across Victoria for Disability Support Workers to join our friendly and committed Residential and Respite Services team.

We offer a range of employment options including direct support, assisting our customers in engaging in activities of their choosing in shared accommodation services. We support individuals to pursue their interests, develop new skills, achieve their lifestyle goals and be valued as equal citizens in the community.

Your role may involve providing assistance with all aspects of daily living including meals, personal care, hoisting, assistance with everyday household tasks and meaningful engagement within their home and community environments.

About You

If you are passionate about supporting customers to manage their own lifestyles and live the life they choose and ideally you have experience with supporting individuals to meet their goals, we would like to hear from you. To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Clear and effective communications skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record management
• Initiative and self-motivation
• A positive and professional approach
• Flexibility and availability is essential in this role, with the ability to work a variety of shifts; morning, day, afternoon, evening, nights, sleep overs and weekends
• Relevant Qualifications are highly desirable, however, someone with the right attitude and willingness to learn will be considered.

A​bout Us

At Yooralla, we believe that exceptional customer service starts with employees who love what they do. Our people are committed to supporting people with disabilities to live the life they choose and obtaining the best possible outcomes for our customers. We have played an active role in improving public awareness and progressing the nature of disability support in Australia for 100 years.

Working with Yooralla

We employ individuals dedicated to providing quality, sustainable and flexible services, that uphold human rights and create opportunities, empowering individuals to live the life they choose. Yooralla has a long history of working to build a world where people with disability are equal citizens.

We offer

• Attractive remuneration package with excellent tax benefits
• The opportunity to have a positive impact on peoples’ lives
• Comprehensive three day induction program
• Flexible working hours
• A rewarding career in a growing service sector
• Ongoing training, support and development
• A great, supportive team environment

Requirements

To be considered for this role you must attach the below mandatory requirements with your application:

• Cover Letter & Resume
• Not listed on the Disqualified Carer Register or Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme
• Current Certificate for First Aid (HLTAID003) & Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (HLTAID001)
• Evidence of eligibility to work within Australia (Australian Passport/Australian Birth Certificate/ Australian Citizenship Certificate or International Passport & Visa)
• A copy of your Working with Children Check (WWCC) (Employer)
• A current Australian driver’s license (desirable)
• If you have lived or worked overseas in the last ten years for a period of 12 months or more, we require a certified copy of your International Police Check, or evidence of applying for an international police check. The Police Check must cover the entire period you were overseas.

A 'certified copy' is a copy of an original document that has been authorised (or stamped) as being a true copy of an original. http://www.border.gov.au/Lega/Lega/Form/Immi-FAQs/who-can-certify-a-copy-of-a-document.

Please visit our website jobs.yooralla.com.au to access a copy of the position description.

We believe in diversity, inclusion and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognize the benefits that diversity and inclusion brings, and in turn encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people with a disability to apply.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview or information session where you will learn more about the role and how you can play a part in making a positive impact on peoples’ lives.

Appointments are subject to one or more of the following forms of pre-employment safety screening such as Police Records Check, Inherent Position Requirements Employee Declaration, Working with Children Check, Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme Check, Disqualified Carer Check, Reference Checks and AHPRA Registration Check. This role is only available to Australian Residents or to those who hold the right to work in Australia. Yooralla is an equal opportunity employer.