Are you a dedicated and caring individual, passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with disability? Are you seeking an employment opportunity with an employer that prioritises the well-being, safety, and professional development of its staff? We are seeking Disability Support Workers in Carrum Downs, Victoria. Our customer is a lady in her 60's, in a local Aged Care Facility, who is verbal and living with an ABI (following a stroke), dementia, diabetes, hypertension and has full dependancy on her electric wheelchair. She and her family are looking for confident support workers, who can plan ahead of time and come up with capacity-building and goal-orientated community access activities. Shifts from Monday to Sunday, between the hours of 10.30am to 2.30pm. Desirable: - Proven or lived experience as a Disability Support Worker or in a similar role - Certificate III or IV in Disability Support, a related field, or the ability to obtain - Manual handling training - Knowledge and understanding of disability support principles, policies, and practices - Worker Orientation Module - New Worker NDIS Induction Module - Supporting Effective Communication - Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals Our organisation values its employees and is committed to promoting a positive and inclusive workplace culture. We believe that every individual, regardless of their abilities, deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Providing hands-on support and care to individuals with physical and neurological disabilities. - Assisting individuals with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication administration, and household tasks. - Promoting independence and facilitating community participation. - Following personalised care plans to meet the unique needs of each individual. - Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care and support. - Maintaining accurate and timely documentation of care provided and reporting any changes in individual's needs. - Adhering to all safety protocols and guidelines to guarantee a safe working environment for yourself and the people we support. You must have or have the ability to obtain: - First Aid and CPR certification. - NDIS Worker Screening Check - Police Check - Working with Children's Check You must have: - The ability to communicate effectively with individuals with disability, their families, and other stakeholders such as OT's, Physio's etc. - Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive and professional relationships with the people we support. - The ability to work independently, as well as part of a team. - Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet in challenging situations. - Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends, evenings, and holidays. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with disability, meet the requirements outlined above, and think you would be a good fit for this lovely lady, we would love to hear from you.