Community Living Options (CLO) is a leading NDIS registered disability service provider. We are a values-focused organisation, who put the people we support first. Established in 1982 by a group of local parents who wanted respite and accommodation for their adult children, we have expanded exponentially because our participants love our services.

About Me

Hello! I am a 39-year-old female living in the Mount Barker region with some physical and psychosocial disabilities which require active support throughout the day and passive overnight support. I am looking for a Support Worker to assist me in achieving my NDIS goals. My Goal is to live a healthy life.

I enjoy going for a drive and walks to the shop. I also like sitting outside in the backyard diamond painting and gardening.

I require assistance with day to day living which includes household tasks. I contribute to tasks including doing dishes and cleaning up my room but may need support in other tasks throughout my home.

I also have a machine on at night-time or when I’m sleeping, I’m able to run the machine by myself, but ask staff to check it is running properly and I’m comfortable before going for your passive shift.

The Role

An Opportunity is available to join my team of wonderful support workers who help to facilitate my daily life. My support workers assist me on a 1 to 1 ratio throughout the day.

When I am feeling down, I can experience hallucinations and at times may try to harm myself. In these situations, I would like you to be empathetic, caring and show me compassion. I’m able to communicate my needs during that time.

If you have an interest in painting and gardening or enjoy going for drives, I would love for you to apply so that you can actively support my interests.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist me with ADL’s
• Personal care
• Manual Handling
• In home activities such as cooking and arts
• Support me to achieve my goals to reach my potential in all facets of my life.
• Support my life skill development through proper implementation of established plans and programs to support the achievement of goal outcomes for me.
• Actively engage in person centred active support.
• Maintain accurate records.

Shifts
I am looking for someone to support me on a part time basis on the following rotating roster.

• Week 1: Monday 0700-1500, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday PM+P 1500-2200+2200-0600
• Week 2: Monday PM+P 1500-2200+2200-0600 and Sunday 0700-1500
  
  The ideal candidate will have:
• NDIS Worker Screening or DHS Disability related check
• Current Driver's Licence
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Current CPR
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability/Aged Care) or other relevant qualification
• Dysphagia training
• Manual Handling Level 2

About you:

To be successful in my team, you will need to be consistent, reliable, and highly passionate. A good match for me would be someone who is able to speak clearly and in a loud tone that will allow me to lip read.

I have a structured routine that I would expect you to follow. With my limited verbal skills, please show patience and offer me choices and options.

Other requirements:

• Experience in working with people who have experience with behaviours of concern.
• Ability to implement individualised developmental programs.
• Experience implementing positive behaviour support strategies.
• Flexible working hours
• Experience in various models of support preferred.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes in service delivery.

The Offer

To get you started, we ensure that you are feeling comfortable and confident in the role. You will be offered full training by CLO which includes buddy shifts with my core team.

Most importantly, you'll have an opportunity to join my energetic team and help me to live my best life. I would hope that we will develop a strong relationship and you will understand my requirements and be able to assist me.

Joining CLO, you will be provided with:

• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• Ongoing training and development support
• Salary Packaging benefits (up to $15,899 p.a tax-free)
• Position with purpose whereby you will be making a difference.
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Discounted Health Insurance

Our Values

• Trust: We are open and honest. We act with integrity.
• Kindness: We support each other, we are compassionate.
• Inclusion: Embracing value in diversity and breaking down the barriers.
• Learning: In learning we will grow
• Connection: We work together to achieve our goals

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, or to find out more, please call the Recruitment Team on 72219550 for a confidential discussion or apply below.

CLO prides itself on being an equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all background, ages, and gender as well as people who identify as First Peoples, LGBTIQ+ and people with a disability.