Disability Support Worker Roles

About usWe’ve been supporting people with a disability since 2007. Specialising in 24-hour disability programs for individuals with multiple and complex needs, we’re proud to be a trusted and registered service provider with the NDIA, TAC, DHHS and Worksafe.Our values are flexibility, honesty, reliability, and responsiveness.Benefits & cultureCareChoice is proud to be an EEO employer. We support an inclusive approach in the workplace. We celebrate our diversity and welcome staff all of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle choices. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.As a CareChoice employee, benefits you’ll be able to take advantage of include:A matching process designed to build long term relationships between support workers and participantsOngoing support from the coordination teamA number of employee wellness platforms including EAP and Care4U, free flu shots and travel discounts.Discounts with major retailers including:Car and Health Insurance, Movie tickets, Fuel, Groceries and foodOther major retailers such as Catch, Myer, Kmart, Big W, JB Hi Fi plus many more.Monthly Recognition & Reward for Employee of the MonthService Recognition ProgramFree Ongoing training and developmentCareer development opportunitiesFrom the moment you step through our doors, you’ll feel welcome and supported to do your best work and really make a difference in people’s lives.How you’ll make an impactDue to continuous and exciting growth, we’re currently recruiting for Disability Support Workers to join our team throughout Melbourne Metropolitan. You’ll be responsible for providing quality services and safeguards to our Participants with an emphasis on skill and capacity building to encourage independence and confidence for meaningful and active inclusion in society.A day in the life as a Disability Support Worker with CareChoice, may see you supporting our Participant with:Building on individual strengths and enabling Participants to reach their goals.24-hour complex supportsSupported Independent livingCommunity access and transportDomestic and Personal careThe hours of work vary and include weekday shifts, evening, and weekend shifts. Penalty rates apply on weekends, Public Holidays, after 8pm and after 12 pm.About youAs a passionate, reliable, and motivating Disability Support Worker, you’ll have experience with or learn to provide quality care services, implementing behavioural strategy supports and building rapport with Participants. Ideally, you’ll have a:Covid 19 Digital Vaccination Certificate or Immunisation StatementNDIS Worker Screening Clearance or willingness to completeCurrent First Aid & CPR Certificate.Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent OR minimum 12 months experienceValid Driver’s Licence with access to a comprehensively insured vehicle (desirable)Working With Children Check - Employment or willingness to completeNDIS Worker Orientation moduleThe legal right to work in AustraliaExcellent communication skillsA genuine interest in the wellbeing & inclusion of people with disabilitiesAttention to detail and accuracy in record managementTo APPLYIf this sounds like the ideal role for you and you have the skills we’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you. So, don’t delay, apply today. For further information, please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@carechoice.net.au. AUD Australia - VIC Melbourne - All locations Bayside & South Eastern Suburbs Melbourne 3000