Disability Support Worker - City of Whittlesea

Posted 2 days ago

Support Workers needed for 6 hour shifts in Wollert.

Location: Wollert VIC
Employment: Casual
Salary: $35 - $36 per hour

Lumia Care is a leading innovator in Australian Healthcare. Comprising of ten organisations with a 65-year heritage across various healthcare sectors. With a substantial staffing base and national presence, we're on a trajectory of significant growth. We champion an inclusive, value-driven workplace, respecting our diverse team and the communities we serve. If you have a passion for healthcare and making a difference, Lumia Care is where you belong.

About the role:

We are currently recruiting dedicated and compassionate Community Support Workers to join our team in Wollert[AA1] (City of Whittlesea), providing high-quality care for a client living with a complex disability, including Spinal cord injury, brain injury, quadriplegia, and Bulbar Dysfunction.

You will be working alongside a registered nurse during each shift to ensure comprehensive care and support is delivered.

This is a 7 days per week care environment and we are looking for casuals to join our care team. Two shifts per day are available -

SHIFT 1 - 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM and

SHIFT 2 - 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

We are looking for each staff member to do at least 3 x 6 hour shifts per week (18 hours of work) across 7 days, you get to choose your preferred shift time and day of week and we will try to accommodate your preferences where possible.

No previous experience is required, as full training will be provided to the successful candidate.

The recruitment process includes two interviews:

1. An initial interview with the recruiter

2. A meet & greet face to face with the Family.

What we can offer you:

Start your career as a Support Worker and grow and upskill to new and exciting opportunities within the business.
A casual opportunity with a potential to transition into Permanent Part Time Opportunity
Competitive rates.
Organisational support by having dedicated mentors/team leaders.
Paid induction and professional development training

Role responsibilities[AA3] :
Deliver support care to client with a high complex of disability

Provide High care including domestic assistance, meal preparation, PEG Feeding, complex Bowel care, manual handling and companionship.
Work under the guidance of the registered nurse.
Support clients in our community needing assistance with social support, transport to appointments, shopping or community outings.
Provide personal care to clients with dignity and respect such as assisting with showering, grooming and dressing.
Interact respectfully with the client’s service dog while supporting the client

What we are looking for -

A passionate, caring and empathetic personality is a MUST.
Fluent in English and very clear communicator
Certificate III or IV in Community, Aged Care, Disability or equivalent is highly desirable.
A registered and insured vehicle
A valid full or probationary Australian driver's license
Willingness to learn new skills on the job through training.
Experience in either aged care or community is highly desirable.
Experience with high care clients is highly desirable.
Current First Aid & CPR certificate (mandatory) or willing to obtain.
Current Police Check (mandatory) or willing to obtain.
NDIS Worker screening check or willing to obtain.
Working with Children Check or willing to obtain.

Benefits & perks

Why people choose to work with BlueCross

A pay rate above industry standards.

Generous travel allowance (where applicable)

Minimum shift length across all Melbourne Suburbs.

A buddy system and a supportive home care team.

Flexible hours around your lifestyle

A study support program to upskill.

Long-term career opportunities.

Continuous learning environment

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