Disability Support Worker Brighton, Tasmania Permanent Part-Time Position Own It – How we get the job done Lifestyle Solutions provide innovative and flexible person-centred support for people living with a disability. Support Workers assist customers to become more independent, in their own homes and in the community. As a Support Worker your responsibilities will include: Mentoring and skill development – guiding customers to explore and develop their personal interests/hobbies Coaching independent living skills such as cooking, domestic and social skills Administering medication and adherence to individual support plans Completing clear, concise and factual handover notes and incident reports Providing personal care such as toileting, showering, feeding and dressing when required Helping customers engage with their local communities and culture through access to Community Participation Programs and recreational activities Make It Matter – What you will bring to make a difference in other’s lives Be willing to work the following roster line: Week1 Tues 5-10pmSO, Weds 6-9am, Thurs 9-5pm, Week2 Tues 9-5pm, Thurs 5pm-10pmSO, Fri 6-9am, Sat 9-5pm Versatile communication skills including the ability to interact with both verbal and non-verbal customers Current driver’s license and full access to an insured vehicle for transportation of customers if required (mandatory requirements) Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or be willing to obtain) Current First Aid Certificate, HLTAID003 (or be willing to obtain) Assist Clients with Medication HLTHPS006 (must hold) Recognise healthy body systems HLTAAP001 (must hold) Formal qualifications in Disability, Community Services, or similar, would be advantageous For more information on these requirements, please click HERE. Keep Calm and Be Happy – How you will interact with people and other benefits Joining Lifestyle Solutions will give you the satisfaction of making a difference in the lives of your customers. Our team is here because we care, and because of this, we have an enriching and rewarding culture within our teams. Other benefits include: Hour rate based on SCHADS Award 2.1/2.2 Team based structure and an inclusive culture Salary sacrificing options for those moving to permanent roles with us Ongoing training & development Respect – Who we are and why we do it We’re people who care. Lifestyle Solutions provides services to people with a disability, young people and children in Out of Home Care, their families, and communities. Our customers receive services designed to meet their everyday needs and support them to achieve their goals. Our national workforce is committed to providing service that is reliable, responsive, flexible, friendly, empathetic, and caring. We believe everyone is equal. We stand for everyone in society having equal opportunity and equal respect. We do this by providing our customers access to quality services and dedicated people who make a real difference in their lives. We believe this is everyone’s fundamental right. You can learn more about us here. Join Us – Next steps All applications must be lodged online. For all enquiries regarding this position, please contact Emily Kemp: Recruitment & Onboarding Coordinator on 0447 887 094 or jobslifestylesolutions.org.au LIFESTYLE SOLUTIONS considers being male is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 31 of the ANTI-DISCRIMINATION ACT 1977 (NSW) and Section 30 of the SEX DISCRIMINATION ACT 1984 (AUST) We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised closing date. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and are committed to diversity and inclusion in our organisation. We welcome diversity in all its forms; applications from under-represented communities and groups are strongly encouraged. We can provide adjustments to the recruitment process if required; please contact the Talent Professional on the number above to discuss how we can help. Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process