Residential Care Officer

Angels on Wheels Pty Ltd is a NDIS registered support provider dedicated to empowering individuals to lead meaningful lives. Our services enhance well-being, promote independence, and help clients achieve their goals. With over a decade of experience, we prioritise respect, responsiveness, and building positive relationships.

Among our services we provide short-term and medium accommodation to clients in a secured facility with highly qualified staff. We are looking for two full-time Residential Care Officers to join our team in NSW.

Responsibilities & Duties

The duties for this position include:

• Providing high-quality support, skill development training and personal care to clients in our secured facilities.
• Collaborating as part of a team to optimise clients' well-being through health care plans and stay updated on changes to care plans and needs.
• Building strong relationships and ensuring client best interests are met.
• Working closely and collaboratively with clients, their families, allied health professionals and care team to ascertain client requirements, provide feedback and accommodate changes to client mobility, needs and plans.
• Assisting in the development of support plans to assist clients in achieving goals relating to individual support needs.
• Monitoring/reviewing delivery of services as per care plans, ongoing supervision, assessing difficulties and reporting on progress and issues.
• Liaising with support teams and other professionals as required.
• Periodic review of support plans together with families, allied health professionals and care team; review progress, identify issues and update plans as required.
• Working closely within a team setting to ensure smooth operations and safety of clients.
• Maintain accurate and compliant records, complete shift handovers and comply with policies and procedures.

Salary

The salary for this position is $76,600 per annum plus superannuation.

Role & Benefits

• Ongoing Training: We are committed to your professional development, providing ongoing training to expand your skills and knowledge.
• Career Advancement: Opportunities for career growth within our organisation.
• Rewarding Work: Experience the fulfilment of positively impacting the lives of individuals with disabilities.
• Supportive Team: Join a team that values collaboration and works together to achieve our mission.
• Flexible Shifts: A variety of shifts are available to suit your schedule.
• Personal and Professional Growth: We offer a supportive environment that encourages personal and professional growth.

Requirements for the Role

To be considered for this position, you should have:

• At least a relevant diploma or higher qualification
• 1-2 years of relevant work experience in the disability industry
• Current unrestricted driver's license.
• Current First Aid Certificate with CPR (desirable).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for clear shift notes.
• Strong interpersonal skills for team collaboration and autonomy.
• National Police Check (no older than 6 months).
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Residential Care Officer?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
• Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?
• Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Have you completed a qualification in disability?

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