Hybrid Person Centred Support Worker chez Community Living Options

Community Living Options (CLO) is a leading NDIS registered disability service provider.

We are a values-focused organisation, who put the people we support first. Established in 1982 by a group of local parents who wanted respite and accommodation for their adult children, we have expanded exponentially because our participants love our services.

At Community Living Options we are dedicated to providing an inclusive environment where people are valued and supported. We welcome applicants with lived experience, all abilities, cultural background, gender, sexuality, age and spirituality.

About Me 
Hello! I am a 71 year old Man with Cerebral Palsy, Schizophrenia and Dysphagia, requiring modified meals. I am looking for a friendly Support Worker to assist me in achieving my NDIS goals. I like to stay at home, relax and talk to staff about my life. I also love to sing!

The Role
An opportunity is available to join my team of wonderful support workers who help to facilitate my daily life. My support workers assist me on a 3 to 1 and a 1 to 1 basis throughout the day.

Due to some of the challenges I face, I can get frustrated when I feel I am not understood. In this instance I would like you to listen to me and then give me some space.

I am seeking a Support Worker who is wanting to join a team environment, passionate about family and helping me to engage with mine, as well as happy to take me shopping and attending my doctor’s appointments.

As my Support Worker, your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting me with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Personal care support
• Manual handling (Level 3)
• Engaging me in arts, cooking, and home activities
• Supporting me in achieving my personal goals
• Facilitating my life skill development through structured programs
• Providing person-centred active support
• Keeping accurate records to ensure best practice care

Shifts Available
I am looking for someone to support me on a CASUAL basis with the potential to move to Permanent Part Time basis.

The ideal candidate will have:

• NDIS Worker Screening or DHS Disability related check
• Current Driver's Licence
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificates
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability/Aged Care) or other relevant qualification 
• Dysphagia
• Manual Handling Level 3

About you:
I am looking for someone with clear communication, and a creative and positive person to join my team. A good match for me would be someone who has an efficient and confident approach in what they do and possesses a calm and patient nature. A good sense of humour is also important.

The ideal candidate will have: 

• Experience in working with people who have experience with dysphagia, communication difficulties.
• Ability to implement individualised developmental programs.
• Experience implementing positive behaviour support strategies.
• Flexible working hours
• Experience in various models of support preferred.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes in service delivery.

What you’ll get
To get you started, we ensure that you are feeling comfortable and confident in the role. You will be offered full training by CLO which includes buddy shifts with my core team.

Most importantly, you'll have an opportunity to join my energetic team and help me to live my best life. I would hope that we will develop a strong relationship, and you will understand my requirements and be able to assist me.  
 

Joining CLO, you will be provided with:

• Supportive and inclusive team environment

• Ongoing training and development support

• Salary Packaging benefits (up to $15,899 p.a tax-free)

• Position with purpose whereby you will be making a difference.

• Discounted Gym Memberships

• Discounted Health Insurance

Our Values

• Trust: We are open and honest. We act with integrity.

• Kindness: We support each other, we are compassionate.

• Inclusion: Embracing value in diversity and breaking down the barriers.

• Learning: In learning we will grow

• Connection: We work together to achieve our goals

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, or to find out more, please call the Recruitment Team on 72219550 for a confidential discussion or submit an application today.