Disability Support Worker - Casual
Location - Heidelberg VIC
About the role
Support worker required to accompany our client on a return trip to Sydney for a Hillsong Church conference.
About our client
Our male client in his 40’s with Cerebral Palsy, living in his home in Heidelberg, enjoys sport (especially AFL and Boccia) and is very involved with the church. He is looking for support workers who share his sense of humour!
Shifts
Shifts will begin in his home prior to the trip to allow you to become familiar with his routine, with the guidance of his regular support workers.
Return trip to Sydney for a Hillsong Church conference, 7th - 11th July inclusive.
About you
You need to be at least 25 years and have an open/full license, as our client is hiring a wheelchair accessible van for the trip. Experience in complex care and manual handling are essential. A manual hoist will be used throughout the trip, with 2:1 support for all transfers.
Compliance requirements
Your will need to have or obtain the following documentation to work with CPSN:
NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
Current First Aid certificate
Current CPR certificate
2 references from prior and/or current employers
Certificate Ill or IV in Disability Support desired but not essential!
If you are interested in this opportunity, upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and the contact details of 2 referees (people you have reported to/worked for) and why you would like to work with CPSN.
About CPSN
The Cerebral Palsy Support Network (CPSN) is a membership-based organisation that represents individuals with Cerebral Palsy, and like conditions, and their families.
CPSN is not your average support organisation. Each time a participant requires a support worker we take the time to find the best fit for both client and worker to ensure consistency of care for our client and stable employment for our support worker.
We empower our members to thrive and flourish in their community through the provision of support, resources, and services. We advocate a person-centered approach in everything we do.
To be successful as a CPSN Support Worker, you need to be genuine values match with our organisational values and promote a person-centered approach in everything you do.
CPSN provides excellent work-life balance by providing:
· A supportive, positive, collaborative team environment
· An innovative and passionate team with driven leaders to support your development.
· Experience in delivering a unique support mode/in the disability services sector.
· On-the-job and online training relevant and specific to people with CP and your Participant.
· SCHADS Award rates and associated penalty rates for weekend and public holiday shifts.
At CPSN, we know we are at our best when our team represents the communities we serve. We are proud of our commitment to providing a supportive work environment for all team members. CPSN is an equal opportunity employer.
We actively encourage applications from all candidates, including the LGBTQIA+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities.
CPSN has zero tolerance for abusive behaviour and is committed to acting in the best interests of all people in keeping them safe.
Employment with CPSN is subject to the following forms of pre-employment safety screening such as the NDIS Worker Screening Check, Working with Children Check and Reference Checks.
This role is only available to Australian Residents or to those who hold the right to work in Australia.
No recruitment agencies thank you.
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $37.31 per hour inclusive of casual loading + shift allowances/penalties + super.
Benefits: Access to Salary Packaging via Go Salary
