About the Role: Melbourne - We are currently recruiting experienced and compassionate Community Support Workers to join our team in Croydon (City of Maroodah Council), providing high-quality care for a client living with a complex disability, including Juvenile Onset ALS, Autism (ASD) and Bilateral muscle atrophy. This is a 7 days per week care environment and we are looking for casuals to join our care team. Two shifts per day are available - SHIFT 1 MONDAY-FRIDAY- 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM SHIFT 2 WEDNESDAY - 2:45 PM – 6:00 PM We are looking for 2 community support workers for AM & PM shifts, you get to choose your preferred shift time and day of week and we will try to accommodate your preferences where possible. The recruitment process includes two interviews: 1. An initial interview with the recruiter 2. A second with the Family. The successful candidate must hold a full Australian driver’s licence and have access to a reliable, insured vehicle equipped with at 6 airbags for client transport and safety. What we can offer you: Start your career as a Support Worker and grow and upskill to new and exciting opportunities within the business. · A casual opportunity with a potential to transition into Permanent Part Time Opportunity. · Competitive rates. · Organisational support by having dedicated mentors/team leaders. · Paid induction and professional development training. · Employee Referral Program. · Workplace recognition- we value and look after our team members! · Wide variety of shifts available. Role responsibilities: · Deliver support care to client with a high complex of disability · Provide High care including domestic assistance, meal preparation, PEG Feeding, complex Bowel care, manual handling and companionship · Support clients in our community needing assistance with social support, transport to appointments, shopping or community outings. · Provide personal care to clients with dignity and respect such as assisting with showering, grooming and dressing. · Interact respectfully with the client’s dog while supporting the client What we are looking for: · A passionate, caring and empathetic personality is a MUST. · Fluent in English and very clear communicator · Certificate III or IV in Community, Aged Care, Disability or equivalent is MUST. · A registered and insured vehicle · A valid full or probationary Australian driver's license · Willingness to learn new skills on the job through training. · Experience in either aged care or community is highly desirable. · Experience with high care clients is highly desirable. · Current First Aid & CPR certificate (mandatory) or willing to obtain. · Current Police Check (mandatory) or willing to obtain. · NDIS Worker screening check or willing to obtain. · Working with Children Check or willing to obtain.
