Summary:

Work within a values driven, progressive organisation

Supportive Leadership team

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Supportive learning and development environment

Culture of continuous improvement

About You:

We are seeking experienced people who are committed to delivering quality care to people with a disability. You will need to be passionate about providing a supportive home environment and be a capable motivated self-starter with strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

Additionally, the successful candidate must also be able to demonstrate the following,

Experience in caring for people with psycho-social or intellectual disabilities and the ability to oversee the general day to day tasks of disability support care, such as assistance with ADL’s, cooking and medication administration;

The ability to comply consistently with policies and procedures, and work health and safety obligations and procedures;

The ability to work positively with others in a team environment;

excellent interpersonal skills including well-developed written and verbal communication skills, conflict resolution, negotiation, and problem-solving;

An empathic approach to service delivery, with a flexible and adaptable style, a sense of humour, and keen attention to detail.

About the Role:

This role is based at our Highton residence and includes morning, afternoon, night shift (active) & weekend shifts on a rotating fortnightly roster. Active night shift hours will be required to assist with leave coverage. This position is full time with the opportunity for overtime shifts.

Disability Support Worker also have access to See Change’s 24 hour on call Duty Registered Nurse. The on call Registered Nurses are familiar with all See Change clients and will be able to offer meaningful support.

Duties Include:

Duties include but are not limited to:

Medication administration

Support with domestic activities

Assistance with activities of daily living

Assist with skill building and independence of participants.

Implementation of participant’s care plan

Accurate completion of incident reports, progress notes and shift handovers where required.

Respond appropriately to people presenting with difficult and challenging behaviours; managing crises and incidents.

Essential Criteria:

Minimum Certificate III Disability Support Services

First aid (Level 3) & CPR

Medication Administration (Certification/Endorsement)

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Minimum 12 months experience - direct support or lived experience

Current Victorian Drivers License & reliable transport [preferred]

Screening Criteria:

National Police check

Working with Children check or ability to obtain

Valid Victorian Drivers license

Right to Work in Australia

Up to date with COVID-19 Vaccinations or valid medical exemption

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early. Please include your current resume and cover letter. Please review the position description to understand more about the role and responsibilities.

About See Change:

See Change is a progressive locally owned and operated registered NDIS & TAC provider operating in two locations in Highton, Geelong. See Change provides supported independent living to people living with psychosocial & intellectual disabilities. See Change’s practice is a person-centred approach within a strength-based framework that focuses on supporting people to reach their goals.

What See Change Can Offer You:

A friendly work environment

Supportive learning and development environment

Culture of continuous improvement

Employee Assistance Program [EAP]

Free onsite parking

See Change’s Commitment to Diversity & Safety:

At See Change, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion and sexual orientation. We know that diversity and inclusion helps us to attract, recruit, engage and retain a team of talented people.

See Change is committed to the safety of its clients and employees, taking a zero-tolerance approach to violence within the workplace and abuse, including child abuse and abuse of people with disability.