Casual Support Worker - Wodonga VIC

CPSN are looking for a pro-active, reliable person to support our fantastic late teen female client in Wodonga Victoria.

Supports required: Assistance with personal care, activities of daily living, community access, complex care provision e.g.: PEG and tracheostomy care.

You will be working with the client's family and existing support team at our client's home in a collaborative and supportive environment. You will receive training onsite and online to set you up for success.

You must be comfortable with dogs.

Shifts: Monday to Sunday - Active overnights - 12am to 7am. Day shifts being offered as they become available.

Note: When working active overnights with CPSN you will not be able to engage in any other work the day of the active overnight shift or the following day due to OHS considerations.

Casual base rate ($37.31 per hour) + shift penalty rates + super

What you need to be considered for interview:

• Open license desired but not essential

• Willingness to learn complex care supports

• Strong observational skills

• A proactive approach

• Problem solving capabilities

• Respect for established routines

You will need or must be willing to obtain the following Compliance documentation required for this opportunity:

• A 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

Apply by uploading your most up to date resume inclusive of 2 work related referee's mobile numbers and email addresses.

If you have queries about this position, please email recruitment@cpsn.org.au.

Why join 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.

• Excellent work-life balance

• 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

  
  

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