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Disability Support Worker

  • Alphington, VIC, Australia, 3078
  • Part time
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  • Experienced Disability Support Workers required for Alphington SIL   
  • Make a difference to the lives of people living with a disability through active support
  • Competitive salary and NFP salary packaging

 

About the role

VMCH is recruiting for a Disability Support Workers to deliver high quality personalised care to our residents at our 10-bed supported accommodation house in Alphington. You will be required to always demonstrate professional and collaborative care Our team is committed to empowering our clients through Person-Centred Active Support practice, you'll empower Clients to achieve their goals and demonstrate your contemporary disability support knowledge.

The roster line will be provided to shortlisted candidates

About you 

You will be an experienced Disability Support Worker (DSW) providing personalized care and support to people with disabilities in a residential setting.  You will be experienced working with ABI's and behavior's of concern.   You will assist clients in achieving their goals and support them in their daily activities.   

Skills and experience required

  • Certificate III in Individual Support or Certificate IV in Disability
  • Relevant experience in the disability sector
  • A passion for providing person-centred services.
  • Good knowledge of and respect for the rights and choices of clients and their families.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Current Victorian Driver's Licence.
  • Current Level 2 First Aid Certificate and CPR
  • Valid NDIS Worker Screening check and Working with Children’s Check for employment.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you.  Apply Now!  Interviews will commence immediately

 What we offer

  • A collaborative and energetic team environment
  • Excellent salary packaging benefits
  • A competitive salary
  • Ongoing professional development
  • A positive and supportive workplace culture 
  • Employee Assistance Program

 

About VMCH

VMCH is a Catholic, for-purpose organisation providing aged care, disability services, retirement living, home care, specialist education and affordable housing across Victoria. With more than 100 years of experience, our workforce of 3,600+ employees and 440 volunteers deliver services to more than 11,000 people. Guided by our values of Love, Joy, Courage and Hospitality, we are committed to helping people live their best lives and creating genuine places of belonging for all.

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

 To work at VMCH, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, relevant qualification, NDIS Screening Check, and NDIS Orientation Certificate, Working with Children’s, current First Aid and CPR and current Victorian Drivers Licence.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from recruitment agencies.

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