Disability Support Worker
- Permanent, Part time positions with set fortnightly rosters
- SIL Home positions based in Rockhampton and surrounding
- Salary Packaging, Entertainment benefits, Health Insurance discounts and more
We are seeking experienced and passionate Disability Support Workers to join our dedicated team in Rockhampton, QLD. If you have a genuine commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of people with disabilities and are flexible with working various shifts, including mornings, afternoons, overnights (minimum 2 per fortnight), and weekends, we would love to hear from you!
In this role you will be based in one of our various SIL home caring for the disabled residents' clients, providing daily personal care, using manual handling tools and managing any complex behaviours. Shifts are Part time from 50 Hours per fortnight with more available. Overnight 1 per week is desirable.
What You'll Do:
Working within our SIL (Supported Independant Living) homes, you will support people with disabilities to live as independently as possible. Your key duties will include:
- Helping people achieve their NDIS goals by developing daily skills such as housekeeping, personal care, social skills, and budgeting.
- Assisting with personal care as required, meal planning, cooking, light cleaning, and facilitating community connections.
- Supporting daily activities, such as going for walks, attending movies, or accompanying appointments.
- Helping maintain connections with family, friends, and services.
What We Look For:
- Preferred but not essential: Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability).
- Experience and empathy in providing high-quality support in a SIL environment or with complex disabilities while fostering independence for clients.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including days, evenings, early mornings, weekends, and sleepovers.
- Physical capability for manual handling tasks.
- Commitment to privacy and confidentiality.
- Good computer skills and experience with Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Why Join Us?
- Comprehensive training including induction, buddy shifts, and support from experienced leaders.
- Salary Packaging Benefits: Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax-free, increasing your take-home pay.
- Entertainment Benefits: Use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income for entertainment expenses, such as meals and holiday accommodation.
- Employee Assistance Program: Access to free and confidential counselling services for you and your family members.
- Additional Benefits: Discounts on corporate private health insurance plans, whitegoods, and appliances; Paid Parental Leave; Reward and Recognition Program; and Free flu vaccinations.
Required Clearances:
- Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (Yellow Card).
- First Aid and CPR certification.
- National Criminal History Check (Fit2Work).
- Open Driver's License with comprehensive insurance.
About Endeavour Foundation
At Endeavour Foundation, we support people with disabilities to live, learn, work, and flourish according to their own interests and priorities. We focus on ability, dreams, goals, and potential, making possibilities a reality. As one of Australia’s largest employers of people living with disability, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture.
Ready to Join Us?
If you're passionate about making a difference and want to join a supportive team, click ‘Apply’ below. We can't wait to hear from you!
