Disability Support Worker - Wynyard
Job No:
LS2160
Location:
Wynyard
Do you:
Love to work with people?
Have a passionate focus on helping people who need support in the community?
Get a kick out of doing a great job, bringing your authentic self to work each and every day?
Love being part of a team whilst owning your own responsibilities?
- Positions available across accommodation and individual support
- Permanent part time positions - fixed line hours ranging from 63 - 88 hours over a 28 hour day cycle to commence 2019
- Excellent opportunity to join our company
Lifestyle Solutions is a nationally accredited leader and innovator in the not for profit Community Services sector and is committed to providing person centred, flexible and responsive support services for our community. We are dedicated to delivering person centred solutions to our customers and are passionate about developing support systems which reflect their individuality, interests, and culture. Our core values " Own It" "Respect Lives Here" "Keep Calm and be happy" and "Make it Happen" are a true representation of what we offer. We know that GREAT support workers don’t just happen by chance - they are people who flourish in teams, communicate clearly, and are calm in crisis and flexible in their responses. Support Workers are as unique and individual as the people they support. They come from a variety of backgrounds such as university students, teachers, retail assistants, or administration wizards, but they share a common passion. Their passion is to walk alongside and support people of all ages and needs, to empower them, support their dreams and to make a positive difference
About the role
Throughout North West Tasmania we assist a diverse range of people within our Disability and Self Managed Programs.
As a Support Worker within these programs, you will be required to;
- Help them to engage with their local communities & culture through access to Community Participation Programs and recreational activities
- Assist with and coaching independent life skills such as cooking & cleaning
- Provide personal care
- Administer medication
To be considered for these upcoming opportunities, you will need the following;
- Demonstrated experience working as a Support Worker
- Certificate in Healthy Bodies & Medication administration is advantageous
- Current Drivers Licence
- Be willing to undergo a National Police Check
- Current “Provide First Aid” Certificate (or be willing to obtain)
- Current Working With Children Check Vulnerable People – Tasmania (If supporting people under 18 years of age)
Desirable:
- Relevant qualifications in Community Services, Disability Services or equivalent
These fixed term positions may include mornings ( this shift is preferred availability), afternoons, weekends, sleepovers and short shifts. In return you will be rewarded with a competitive hourly rate, the opportunity to make a difference in our customers day and join an employer of choice.
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