Disability Support Worker - High Physical Support

Kensington & Surrounding areas

At Redeema you’ll be covered by a supportive team

Redeema, we're more than just a company, we’re a team of dedicated and high performing professionals who came together in 2022 with a shared vision to make a positive impact in the lives of people with diverse abilities.

As a trusted NDIS Registered Provider, we go above and beyond to provide exceptional care and quality support services. Our focus is on building a supportive and inclusive community where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.

We are looking for qualified support workers experienced in providing high physical and complex needs support from the Kensington area to work across a number of locations, to be able to commence immediately and have all the required NDIS compliances and requisites.

About The Role

We are looking for suitable Support Workers who can make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with high physical and complex health related needs. Support Workers will strive to achieve their goals, enhance community participation and promote inclusivity.

Responsibilities:

• Empower Participants to exercise personal choice, initiative, independence and self-expression
• Ability to report and manage potential risks, Restrictive Practices and incidents
• Implement the individualized Health Support Care Plan
• Provide enjoyable and safe environments for participants
• Support individual interests, hobbies, and relationships
• Engage actively with participants, fostering personal growth
• Ensure privacy, dignity, and confidentiality
• Participate in regular Care Team Meetings
• Assist with personal care, meal preparation, medication administration & transportation
• Provide accurate and detailed incident reports, progress notes and shift handovers
• Handle administrative tasks with discretion and sensitivity

About YOU:

• Previous work experience with High Physical Support needs a MUST
• EENs, RNs are encouraged to apply
• Expertise and experience working with participants who have spinal cord injuries and complex health needs
• Current National Police Record Check
• Medication endorsed certificate
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• First Aid Certification
• CPR Certificate
• Manual Handling Certificate
• Valid Victorian Working with Children Check and Driver's License.
• Availability for flexible working hours
• Availability to work a 7-day roster which will be a combination of shifts including mornings, afternoons, active night shifts, weekends and public holidays
• Basic computer literacy skills
• Australian Citizen and Residents only
• Valid Driver License and your own, reliable vehicle (compulsory)
• Access to a vehicle with comprehensive car insurance

Qualifications & experience

• Qualifications such as a Certificate III in individual Support (CHC3315), Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) (CHC33015) or Certificate IV in Disability (CHC43115).
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
• NDIS Orientation
• Previous work experience in aged care, disability, home and community care or nursing

What’s in it for YOU:

• Above award hourly rate
• On the job training from our Clinical Nurse Lead
• Professional development assistance
• You will be paid from the start to end of each shift including your travel time and km's between participants
• Flexible Hours
• Employee of the Month
• Refer a Friend Program
• Travel reimbursement
• Casual Hourly rate: $32.73 - $42.93 per hour (SCHCDS) Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award

If you're passionate about supporting individuals with disabilities and creating an inclusive community, apply now as a Support Worker. To apply, submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the requirements to [email protected] or speak with Manager Community Care Services Alex Hutchins on 1300 000 466.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.