
Support Worker - Ardeer
Independence Australia
Posted 28 days ago
If you want to make a difference by having a positive impact on peoples’ lives, then a career with Independence Australia Group may be for you.
About us
Independence Australia Group is a social enterprise that provides choice for people with a disability or other personal need, enabling them to regain and retain their independence within an inclusive community.
About the role
We’re seeking compassionate and reliable Support Workers to provide person-centered care and companionship to a valued client in Ardeer. You’ll play an important role in maintaining safety, wellbeing, and engagement at home and in the community.
- Provide respectful and safe daily living support, including personal care, domestic tasks, and companionship
- Assist with manual handling and mobility using equipment such as a powered wheelchair and Sara Steady
- Support medication preparation, light cleaning, laundry, and meal assistance as needed
- Encourage and assist with physio exercises and community activities (accompany when required)
- Work collaboratively with the client and his family, following clear communication and care instructions
About you
- Hold a Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability, or Aged Care (or equivalent experience)
- Confident in manual handling, wheelchair support, and safe client mobility techniques
- Compassionate, patient, and engaging — able to build rapport and communicate clearly with clients with ABI
- Professional and flexible, following direction while showing initiative to support independence
- A team player who respects boundaries and client preferences (no strong fragrances or fabric softeners)
Why work with us
As a valued member of our team, you have access to a range of benefits and perks to ensure you thrive at Independence Australia Group, including:
- We pay your superannuation fortnightly to help grow your super balance faster
- Access free confidential counselling and support from our Employee Assistance Program
- Access salary packaging benefits to increase your take home pay by reducing your taxable income
Work with Purpose
Are you looking for a rewarding career that makes a positive impact on people’s lives? Join the Independence Australia team to help thousands of Australians living with disability and personal need lead fulfilling and independent lives.
Be part of a team that values equity, empathy, respect and quality underpinned by our four guiding principles:
- Customer Centric: Ensuring that customers have choice and control is paramount in our decision making.
- Valued People: Encouraging and rewarding innovation and excellence, recognition, and feedback.
- One Organisation: Sharing a common purpose supported by positive contributions, clear responsibilities, and accountability.
- Strive for Excellence: We value and reward innovative thinking, proactivity, resourcefulness, and responsiveness.
For a rewarding career where you can make a real difference and positive impact on peoples’ lives, APPLY NOW.
Commitment to Diversity
Independence Australia Group is an equal opportunity employer and believe our people should reflect the diverse communities we operate in. We encourage applications from people with a disability, CALD, LGBTQIA+ and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
About Independence Australia
Independence Australia is a for purpose social enterprise that provides choices for people living with a disability or other personal need, enabling them to regain and retain their independence within a supportive community.
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