Disability Support Worker

Salelane Healthcare is currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Workers with experience in mental heath to join our team and share our goal to empower people to live better, more independent and happier lives in their own home in Melbourne and surrounding suburbs and within their community.

Be part of a dynamic and passionate team making a real difference to the lives of the people we care for.

What’s on offer:

Continuous industry training & development
Flexible working environment
Above award pay
Mileage reimbursed when traveling during and between Client Services

Ability to commute/relocate:

Chadstone, Melbourne
Mount Waverley, Melbourne
Glen Waverley, Melbourne
Prahran, Melbourne
South Eastern Suburbs

Duties and responsibilities may include:

Personal Care Assistance (Low & High Care)
Can be trained if no previous experience
Community Access (Transport Assistance, Recreational Activities, Social Support Outings, Shopping Assistance)
In-Home Social Activities
Supporting your clients in progressing towards their goals
Light domestic assistance

The Right Candidate:

Will be living in the local area and surrounding
Have honest love of people with a person-centered nature.
A genuine desire to support people to live the life they want to, in their own home.
Respect for the rights, dignity and ability of others.

Essential (must have):

Drivers License & own reliable vehicle (must have)
National Police Check (less than 3 years old)
First Aid Certification
Smartphone with internet access
Ability to commit to ongoing client schedules and willingness to work flexible hours (mornings and/or nights)
Ability to work independently in a one-to-one environment
Experience in Personal Care Assistance (Male or Female)

Desirable (highly regarded):

Certificate III or higher in Age Care / Individual Support (Desirable but not essential)
Job Types: Part-time, Casual
Salary: $35.00 – $60.00 per hour

Benefits:

Professional development assistance.
Travel reimbursement.

Language:

English (Preferred)

Schedule:

Day shift
Afternoon shift
Evening shift
Supplemental pay types:
Penalty rates
Licence/Certification:
Driver Licence (Required)
First Aid Certification (Required)
Working with Children Check (Required)
National Police Certificate (Required)

Work Authorisation:

Australia (Required)