About the role

Our Community Access roles are classified under the Social Community Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award as Home Care Employee Level 2 ($34.66-$34.68)

We are seeking experienced Female Disability Support Workers.

The role will include providing quality Community Access support services to participants. This could include providing assistance with daily living and domestic duties or accompanying participants to appointments or day activities. You will require a comprehensively insured and reliable vehicle, along with an unrestricted driver's licence.

This role specifies Disability Support Worker roles for persons of a particular sex to meet the needs of the participants in accordance with an exemption granted from sections 8, 10, 25, 27 & 51 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

Essential Requirements

NDIS Worker Screen Check

WWC Check

National Police Check

Current First Aid & CPR

Unrestricted Drivers Licence

Reliable Transport & Comprehensive Insurance

Perks of the Job

Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle

Travel allowance

Salary Packaging

Super & penalty rates

Training and upskilling provided

About Us

**We Care NSW encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people living with a disability and women**

We Care NSW is a provider of specialist Aboriginal disability services. We are a growing Not for Profit organisation that prides itself on offering quality support services to those living with a disability. Our service delivery covers children, young people and adults in the Maitland, Newcastle, Hunter and Tweed region.

The people we support are the focus of our care and their wellbeing and quality of life is our priority. We are committed to assisting individuals to meet their goals and live as valued and respected members of their community.

Skills and Experience

Certificate III in Home Care or Disability Services or equivalent and/or equivalent experience in the home care or disability sectors

Demonstrated ability to complete job tasks in accordance with participant plans in a timely manner

Ability to develop and maintain positive, dignified and respectful relationships with NDIS participants, their families and carers

Ability to use clear and concise language in verbal communication

Demonstrated ability to calmly de-escalate emotive situations

Ability to apply understanding of ‘duty of care’ to delivering support services and escalate issues when needed

Demonstrated ability to write and maintain accurate records and documentation

Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical

Why We Care NSW

Be part of a growing Not for Profit organisation whose core values align with yours: Caring, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment, Safety

Access to Salary Packaging

Variety - a rewarding career where no two days are the same

Be supported by our Employee Assistance Program

How to Apply

If you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful, we want to hear from you!

For a copy of the position description, including selection criteria and a detailed overview call 02 4020 1176. Or email [email protected]