Support Worker – High Care Needs Client (24 Hour Program)
Location: Toora

Who we are

Our simple mission is to provide skilled and trusted in-home care and support services that add value, meaning and dignity to the lives of others. We enable our people to provide the best possible care to our clients by continuously investing in their learning, development and wellbeing.

Our culture

We are committed to developing a culture that lives by the Simply Helping Gippsland South and West values; compassion, communication, reliability and trust.

Simply Helping Gippsland South and West is proud to be an EEO employer. We support an inclusive approach in the workplace. We celebrate our diversity and welcome all staff regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle choices. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

From the moment you step through our doors, you'll feel welcome and supported to do your best work and really make a difference in people's lives.

• Monthly recognition and reward for 'Employee of the Month'
• Ongoing training and development
• Career development opportunities

How you’ll make an impact

As a Support Worker with Simply Helping Gippsland South and West, you will join a team of other carers, responsible for caring and supporting older people, people with disabilities in the home, residential establishments, clinics and hospitals. You will also provide companionship and emotional support, and when possible, promote independence and community participation.

A day in the life as a Support Worker with Simply Helping Gippsland South and West may see you support our clients with;

• In-home support with health issues and daily living tasks such as washing, dressing, eating, transport and budgeting
• Assist clients during domestic activities such as eating meals and showering
• Provide companionship and support during daily activities
• Cook and serve meals, clean premises, wash, iron and perform other household tasks
• Assist people with self-medication

What we're looking for

As a patient, flexible and understanding individual with a supportive and caring nature, ideally with experience within the aged, disability or health care sectors, you’ll have;

• Experience supporting people with disabilities.
• Commitment to the rights of people with disabilities to live dignified lives
• Good communication skills
• Able to accept responsibility
• Able to work as part of a team, cope with the physical demands of the job, and perform domestic duties efficiently
• Essential Certificate III or higher in Disability, Individual Supports, Aged Care, Nursing or equivalent.

Program Details:

• 24-hour care program
• Long shifts

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below.