AN EXCITING PROJECT IN THE NEWCASTLE AND LAKE MACQUARIE REGION – NOW RECRUITING DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKERS

Are you looking for a new challenge?

Are you looking for regular rostered hours?

Pegasus Care has opportunities in Supported Independent Living projects and Community Participation in the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie Region. We are looking at recruiting Disability Support staff to work with us who have a range of skills in a variety of settings to utilise and build on their specific skill base.

Within this role you will be supporting participants to live as independently as possible by building their life skills and ability to engage with their favourite activities.

We are seeking applications from people who are motivated, flexible, initiative, self-aware, engaging, great communicators, team players, willing to learn and be mentored. The role is a dynamic one with plenty of opportunity to make a significant contribution to participants in supported independent living environments.

The successful applicant will be supported by a cohesive team of support workers, a key worker and team leader to learn the specific skills to excel in this role.

Ongoing training is provided.

The role requires staff to be available to work a 24/7 roster which will include weekend and public holidays, and, may include night shift/sleepover shifts.

You will need well developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a Team as well as family members, you will need good communication (both written and verbal) skills and the ability to follow the routines and protocols in the setting in which you work.

The successful applicant must be able to show experience in some or all of the following:-

· Previous sector experience

· Willing to assist with Personal Care as required.

· Managing Challenging Behaviour and Behaviour Support

· Provision of Community Access.

· Implementation of Individual Goals, Plans, Routines

Essential Probity Checks/Documentation which staff MUST have (or be willing to obtain prior to finalisation of application) for the position are:

100 points of ID

· The right to work in Australia

· Certificate III or IV in Disability Work (or similar)

· NDIS Worker Clearance Certificate.

· Completed NDIS Worker Induction Module – Quality, Safety & You

· Infection Control Training – COVID-19 Certificate

· Current NSW Working With Children Check

· Current National Police Check

· Current First Aid/CPR Certificate

· NSW Drivers Licence, a Reliable vehicle with Comprehensive Insurance

· Provide evidence of vehicle registration