About the role: We are looking for experienced Support Workers who believe in second chances, and are passionate about supporting forensic clients to re-integrate back into the community. You will be providing 1:1 assistance in daily living skills in our newly established SIL accommodation in Tarneit, Victoria. Please note, due to the client group we are only seeking male applicants for this position. This position mandates that being of a specific sex is deemed a "genuine occupational qualification" under Section 26(1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Consequently, we will only consider male applicants, in alignment with the demographics of our participants. Company Overview: Crescent Respite is a pioneering organization in the field of psychotherapy, committed to providing person-centered care and innovative solutions for individuals with diverse needs. With a focus on modern, out-of-the-box thinking, Crescent Respite envisions a world where people with disabilities receive the utmost care and attention tailored to their unique needs and are not only supported but thrive in an inclusive society. We aim to become the leading provider of person-centered psychotherapy services and make a positive impact on the lives of individuals and their families. Why work for Crescent Respite? Work flexible hours Newly established accommodation with great staff amenities Opportunity for professional training and career development Supportive working culture and collaborative team Opportunities for permanent shifts for the right candidates Opportunities for casual conversion to permanent part-time contract Competitive rates 24x7 roster What are we looking for? Minimum 1 years experience within the disability, community services or similar in assisting clients from forensic background. Experience working with clients having Alzheimer's disease/ AOD/ Mental health disabilities etc. Demonstrated experience supporting challenging behaviours (highly valued) Willingness to support clients with personal care, medications, community access, meal preparation, domestic chores and mealtime assistance. Certificate III or above in Disability Support or similar Must be available to work 20 hours per week and able to work a rotating roster including sleepover shifts & active nights. Mandatory Requirement - Valid Victorian Driver’s License NDIS Worker Screening Check Valid First Aid Certificate and CPR Manual Handling certificate Medication Administration certificate Victorian Working with Children’s Check National Police Check (obtained within last 6 months) If the answer to all the above is ‘yes’ then apply for this opportunity. Website Link: https://crescentrespite.com.au/ For any queries regarding this role please email: hrcrescentrespite.com.au Crescent Respite values lived experience of mental health recovery and diversity in our workplace. We strongly encourage applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and people from diverse cultural and linguistic background.