495728 Melbourne, VIC, Australia Disability Support Worker Casual Closing on: Oct 6 2023 Add to favourites Favourite Position Description Welcome to St John of God Health Care St John of God Health Care is one of the largest private providers of health care services in Australia, employing more than 16,000 employees (caregivers). We operate 27 hospitals and services comprising more than 3,500 hospital beds, including home nursing, disability services and social outreach programs. With over 127 years' experience in health care, we have an excellent reputation as a caring, nurturing and supportive employer. Learning is highly valued and there are many opportunities for professional development. The Position St John of God Accord is a division of St John of God Health Care dedicated to providing support to people with intellectual disabilities. The overall aim is to enhance the quality of life for clients through development and provision of support options that are aligned to the personal ambition and need of each client. We are currently seeking committed and reliable Disability Support Workers to provide the highest level of support for our clients within the Eastern & Southern accommodation areas of Melbourne, Victoria. Working with us as a Disability Support Worker you will provide a range of services which will make a difference in supporting our valued clients in living life to its fullest. Applicants studying towards or have completed a CERT III in Community Care or Certificate IV in Disability are encouraged to apply. Positions will be offered on casual basis, working various shifts and rosters 7 days per week. The successful candidate will have: A willingness and capacity to embrace the Mission and Values of St John of God Health Care. The right attitude to support people with a disability. Ability to liaise with families and circles of support, service providers and community groups as required in order to promote community understanding and awareness of people who have a disability. Willingness to work all shift types offered in the SSA setting including sleepovers. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills. Sound interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team. Capable of working independently with a client or group of clients. Strong problem solving and decision making skills with the ability to exercise reasonable judgement. Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new software packages and databases. Current Victorian Roads or equivalent drivers licence. First Aid Level 2. The Benefits: Salary: $63,850 - $69,659 11% superannuation Generous salary packaging options Up to $15900 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent, or other everyday living expenses Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses A welcoming & supportive culture Flexible work options Discounts on hospital services & private health insurance Option to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave Dynamic role in multidisciplinary team All applicants are asked to submit a covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the essential requirements of the role. Position Description available via the link Disability Support Worker, Accord.pdf St John of God Health Care embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. We are committed to providing a safe environment for all children and vulnerable people in our care and proactively take measures to protect children/vulnerable people from abuse St John of God Accord (SJGA) complies with the NDIS Commission and all prospective employees are required to apply for your NDIS Check to ensure the safety and wellbeing of people with a disability. For all enquiries, please contact Lissa Worthington - Manager Workforce Resourcing on 0447 267 343 Applications close 6th October