Job description
Join a Team Making a Real Difference!
Are you looking for a meaningful lifestyle choice and reconnect with your roots or perhaps rediscover the beauty of home?
Longing for a return to the close-knit community and relaxed pace of life, you once knew?
As a Support Worker in Port Pirie, you can embrace a meaningful role and discover the rewards of a slower, community-centred lifestyle. Make an impact where it matters most—right here in your own backyard.
We’re on the lookout for compassionate, dedicated, and driven people to join our regional teams across Port Augusta, Port Pirie and Port Lincoln.
At Cara, we are committed to supporting individuals with disabilities to live independent, fulfilling lives.
What you’ll do
- Foster independence and empower our clients to achieve their goals through encouragement and guidance.
- Facilitate community participation and social inclusion
- Provide positive support to our clients with their daily activities, such as meal preparation, hygiene routines and medication management, promoting a sense of stability and routine via in-home and day activity care.
- Respond promptly and effectively to any challenges or issues that may arise, ensuring a positive, safe and nurturing environment for everyone.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of individual progress and activities, while adhering to Cara’s policies and procedures.
About you
- A passion for supporting people with disabilities to live their best lives.
- Empathy, patience, and a positive attitude.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
- Flexibility and the ability to work autonomously or as part of a team.
- Have valid work visa and rights to work in Australia.
- Hold a current First Aid Certificate, valid full Driver’s Licence and a NDIS Worker clearance.
- Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent experience (not essential but desirable).
Why join us?
- $15,900 tax free per year through salary packaging.
- $2,650 tax free per year on meals and entertainment.
- Varied and flexible rosters to maintain your work-life balance.
- Relocation expenses covered (partially) through salary packaging (AccessPay).
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- Access to a industry leading Employee Assistance Program.
- The chance to make a tangible difference in people’s lives every day.
Who we are
Cara is proud to be South Australia’s leading disability service provider. Our purpose driven team is committed to providing support that empowers people with a disability to grow as individuals and live a life rich in opportunities.
We strive to make a difference everyday – the people we support, our team and our communities. By joining our team, you are not only stepping into a great career opportunity, but you are also part of something bigger.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and are ready to be part of a purpose-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and join a team that values compassion, diversity, and the power of community.
For a confidential discussion, please contact recruitment on 8243 5000.