Disability Support Worker - Casual
Location - Swan Hill VIC
About the role
You will be working in the family home providing care on a 2:1 basis with other support workers.
This is a casual position with regular ongoing hours of 24-30 hours per week for successful applicants.
About our client
Male client in his late 20's living with his family in Swan Hill. He has Cerebral Palsy and requires complex care supports 24/7.
Shifts
This opportunity offers 6-hour & 8-hour shifts across a rotating roster 24 hours, 7 days a week.
You must be able to work a minimum of 2 overnight shifts (12 am to 8am) per week and have availability for other day shifts, weekdays, weekends and Public Holidays.
About you
It does not matter if you have limited or no experience in this type of role. What does matter is that you are willing to learn, are reliable and trustworthy, and a team player.
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: $33.50 per hour inclusive of casual loading + shift allowances/penalties + super.
Benefits: Access to Salary Packaging via Go Salary
