Newcastle, NSW
Community Services & Development, Aged & Disability Support
Starting $38 per hour (scales based upon experience and qualifications)
Casual
About this role:
Direct Focus Solutions (DFS) is looking to employ an individual on a casual basis to perform disability and community support work services for NDIS participants residing within Newcastle. Applicants who can commute to Glendale and its surrounding areas are preferred.
This role would involve providing in-home supports, as well as facilitating access to the community, for a specific client who has recently relocated to the area. Applicants who are familiar with Newcastle and who possess relevant qualifications and at least two years of experience within disability and community support work, personal care, nursing, or a related field, are highly desirable and encouraged to apply.
Benefits:
- Above award wage that scales according to experience.
- Travel expense reimbursement.
- Opportunities to transition to part time / full time work if desired.
- Ongoing professional development and training to further your knowledge and experience within the industry.
- Work in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment that prioritises collaboration.
- Work with a variety of clients of all ages and expressions and enable meaningful changes in their lives.
Requirements:
Our ideal candidate will possess:
- A driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle prior to employment.
- The ability to reliably commute to, and work within, Newcastle.
- Weekday availability.
- Personal Care, Disability, Community Services, Nursing, or Aged Care qualifications and/or experience.
- Current first aid and CPR certification.
- Experience with NDIS programs and participants.
- Experience working with complex clients.
- Computer literacy to interact successfully with our client management system.
Successful applicants will be required to:
- Facilitate supports for clients of all ages and abilities.
- Be flexible in accordance with the specific needs of our clients.
- Successfully support clients with complex needs as required.
- Collaborate as part of a team and work with a diverse range of clients.
DFS is prepared to support individuals to obtain the following checks as a further condition of their employment:
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- NDIS Worker’s Check (NDISWC)
- Police Check
How to Apply:
For inquiries, please email us at the indicated address. You may also call us on 1300 197 949 or visit our website: www.directfocussolutions.com.au.
Job Type: Casual
Pay: From $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
- Travel reimbursement
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a drivers license and reliable access to a car?
Experience:
- support work: 2 years (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
