Job description
About the Opportunity
- Permanent Part-Time with a minimum of 20 hours or more per fortnight in Belfield & Campbelltown SIL Houses.
- Burnside Level 2.1 rate starting from $32.70 per hour (depending on experience), with additional penalty rates, salary packaging benefits up to $18,550 per year (pro rata) and superannuation.
- Willing to do short shifts and opportunities for longer shifts with a combination of weekdays and weekends.
Our service operates in a 24/7 environment, shifts times may include:
e.g. 7am to 12pm or 3pm to 8pm in Belfield and 6am to 10am or 6am to 11am in Campbelltown; Additional shifts – morning, evening including some overnight & weekend shifts can be offered.
Working with participants aged 18 to 26 years on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), you will positively engage people with various physical and mental health disabilities, contributing to making a meaningful difference by building their capacity with daily living, confidence in accessing the community and within themselves.
What you will be doing
- Aiding with daily life activities both at home (meal preparation and cleaning, etc) and in the community (budgeting and shopping routines).
- Supporting individuals with their educational and work-related endeavours.
- Facilitating access to various community, social, and recreational activities.
- Assisting with transportation to enable access to daily activities and engagements.
Who we are looking for
- NSW Drivers license (can be on Green P Plates) and comprehensive car insurance are required for the role.
- Possession of a valid NSW Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Check is necessary.
- Holding a current First Aid Certificate is also a necessary qualification.
- Previous experience or qualifications in disability of young adults or aged care are desirable but not mandatory.
In return we offer:
By joining Uniting as a Disability Support Worker, you can look forward to the following benefits:
- Maximum allowable up to $18,550 salary packaging available (prorata) (visit https://accesspay.com.au/ for more information).
- Comprehensive induction training from Day 1 including buddy shifts.
- $500 referral bonus can be generously rewarded for referring a friend who joins Uniting.
- Receive paid travel entitlements, making your work more convenient and accessible.
- Extensive opportunities for professional growth.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Corporate discounts and cash-back programs with major retailers
For more information, read the Position Description – Life Skills Supporter
If the idea of working for a progressive not-for-profit organisation excites you, then please click “Apply Now”.
Should you have any questions, please contact Sarah from Uniting’s Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] using the subject line: Life Skills Supporter – Belfield and Campbelltown enquiry via EthicalJobs for more information.
Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, NDISWC, and Reference Checks.