Female Disability Support Worker – Epping (30Hours)
About Us – Unisson Disability
At Unisson, we believe disability doesn’t define anyone. With over 100 years of experience, we’ve supported people with disability to live fulfilling, independent lives. Our name pays tribute to our beginnings – with the double “S” symbolising our original name, Sunshine and the vision of our founder, Dr. Lorna Hodgkinson.
We’re seeking dedicated Disability Support Workers to join our supportive team in Epping. In this role, you’ll assist a group of clients with intellectual disabilities who live together in a shared home. They enjoy engaging in creative and sensory activities, cooking, spending time with loved ones and getting out into the community. You’ll be a key part of helping them achieve greater independence and joy in their daily lives.
As a Disability Support Worker you will be responsible for:
Roster
Week 1
Monday - No Shift
Tuesday - 2:30:00 PM 6:00:00 PM 3.5 Hours
Wednesday - No Shift
Thursday - 6:00:00 PM 8:30:00 AM (Sleepover) 6.5 Hours
Friday - 6:00:00 PM 8:30:00 AM (sleepover) 6.5 Hours
Saturday - No Shift
Sunday - No Shift
Total Hours week 1 - 16.5
Week 2
Monday - No Shift
Tuesday - 2:30:00 PM 6:00:00 PM 3.5 Hours
Wednesday - 2:30:00 PM 6:00:00 PM 3.5 Hours
Thursday - 6:00:00 PM 8:30:00 AM (sleepover) 6.5 Hours
Friday - No Shift
Saturday - No Shift
Sunday - No Shift
Total Hours week 2 -13.5
Click the link to apply with your resume and a short cover letter.
All employees must have or be willing to obtain:
Unisson is proud to be a smoke-free, equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and embrace a person-centred approach – for the people we support and the people we hire. Join us and help people live great lives.
Disability Support Worker - 30 Hours per fortnight - Epping
Disability Support Worker – Shared Living – (Region)
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Support clients with disabilities in group homes and help foster their independence
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Hourly Rate: $27.46 – $30.03
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Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging options available for all staff (up to $15,900/pa)
Who We Are
Unisson Disability is a disability support organisation that provides services to clients from Northern Sydney, Western Sydney, Central Coast and Hunter Region. Unisson Disability provides a variety of services including accommodation support, drop-in support, respite, community access programs, and supported employment.
This role is for our accommodation support in the (region). You will be supporting clients in group homes, in a shared living arrangement.
At Unisson, we believe human connection is the key to delivering a high standard of customer service to the people we support. Our unique service model is based on some key principles that guide our employees and give them the tools to build experiences with clients that have a substantial impact.
We believe in learning about people’s unique stories, searching for common ground, always finding the ‘yes’, being authentic and creating memorable connections with each individual that we support. The support we provide is what we do, the connection we create is HOW we do it.
About the Role
This role requires you to provide direct support to clients, in a person-centred way, to meet their needs and goals according to their own choices. This may include, but is not limited to:
- Support with daily living skills such as food preparation and housekeeping
- Support with personal care including eating, toileting and bathing
- Administering medication or other medical procedures where required
- Transferring/hoisting between the toilet, bed, motor vehicle etc.
- Providing support and assistance to promote good health and well-being
- Promoting activities that offer meaningful experiences and increase social networks such as endeavoring out into the community to participate in activities and programs
- Providing opportunities for skill development and involvement within their communities
Skills & Experience
Our ideal candidate:
- Has a passion for supporting people to help live their best life
- Has high levels of energy and enthusiasm
- Has the ability to see the potential in people and shows initiative
- Is creative and proactive in identifying and responding to change
- Is empathetic and a good listener
- Positively engages in self-reflection
- Enjoys working independently and in a team environment
- Must be available to work different rostered shifts, weekends, evening shifts and split shifts.
Certificate III and/or IV in Disability and prior experience is recommended but not required.
All staff are required to hold a NSW Driver's License (P2/Full), a First Aid Certificate (or be willing to apply for one), and a current Working with Children's Check (where required).
As we work with vulnerable people, the successful candidate will also be required to undergo a Police Check.
Our Benefits
- Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging options available (up to $15,900/pa)
- Emphasis on training and development
- Career progression
- Collaborative and positive working culture
- Access to professional counselling service
- Discounted health cover
For more information about the role, please contact (HR Rep) on (Mobile Number).