About the role

Multiple casual opportunities available.

Maribyrnong location.

Ability Assist has multiple vacancies available for qualified and experienced Youth Support Workers to undertake shifts based in Maribyrnong providing support.

We are seeking experienced Youth Support Workers to assist with a young female with complex behaviours due to disability and trauma.

You will be provided with training, including behaviour management.

We offer

Flexible work arrangement

Ongoing Training and Development.

Support from a dedicated and passionate leadership team.

Key responsibilities include

Provide high quality support to the clients in accordance with their support plan.

Deliver support to clients in line with the behaviour support plan

Duties will include attending to personal care and all aspects of daily living

Maintain accurate and timely documentation including completion of daily progress notes.

Collaborate with healthcare professions to ensure comprehensive supports are delivered.

About you

Demonstrated experience providing active support to a person with complex behaviours.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, Family, team members and various stakeholders.

Compassionate, considerate, empathetic, and sensitive to the needs of the client.

Ability to provide emotional support and capable of building trust and rapport with clients.

Strong problem solving and decision-making skills with the ability to work well under pressure.

Strong level of resilience.

Experience working with young people living with Autism

To be successful you will have

Certificate IV in Children, Youth and Families preferred, although other relevant qualifications will be considered.

All four top up units

Full Victorian Drivers’ Licence.

Employee Working with Children Check; (or willingness to obtain).

NDIS Worker Screening check.

Right to work in Australia.

Current First Aid and CPR

About Ability Assist

Ability Assist is a community based, social purpose organisation with a strong commitment to empowering people to enrich their lives for a brighter future. We are a highly experienced residential out of home care (OOHC) and NDIS service provider working across many diverse communities across Victoria.

Established in 1994, in direct response to the deinstitutionalisation of disability and mental health facilities across Victoria, for the past 30-years, we have continued to provide a wide range of person-centred services for adults, children and young people, people with disability and/or complex care needs.

Our care ethos is underpinned by the principles of fostering independence, building skills and enhancing quality of life. We are deeply committed to delivering therapeutic, evidence-based, and holistic approaches to care, all aimed towards achieving positive outcomes for the people we support. Our passionate and dedicated staff actively choose to work with us, driven by a shared commitment to promoting empowerment, choice, and control for the people we support.

How to apply: Click 'Apply' where you will be prompted to proceed with your application via the Seek website. you will need to upload your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this job along with your skills and experience.

Shortlisting for this position may commence immediately so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Applications Closing Tuesday 29 April 2025

Early Applications encouraged.