Northern Beaches - Permanent Part Time Disability Support Worker

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Detail information about job Northern Beaches - Permanent Part Time Disability Support Worker. Terms and conditions vacancy

We are seeking motivated, positive and proactive individuals to join a friendly and supportive team on Sydney beautiful Northern Beaches.

Looking for a flexible caerrer to suit your lifestyle? We can offer shifts around the clock!

No Experience required... why?
As leaders in disability training, we offer a wide range of nationally recognised qualifications, as well as specific training, to support disability support practitioners throughout their careers.

What does a Disability Support Worker actually do?
Think about all the things you’ve done for yourself today: 
Did you make breakfast or pack your lunch? We call this mealtime preparation
What did you organise today? Lunch with friends, dentist appointment, a holiday? We call this individualised support 
Did you do the washing up, put a load of washing on, vacuum the floors? We call this domestic support
Did you go to the toilet, have a shower or bath? We call this personal care
How did you get to work? Did you drive, catch public transport or a taxi? We call this transportation
What did you do to get ready for your day? Pick out your clothes,  blow dry your hair, brush your teeth? We call this personal support
Did you take any medication or vitamins today? We call this medication administration

These are but a few of the activities a Disability Support Worker might do in a day… there are many other things we do to encourage, support and enable people with a disability to live their life their way.

What type of shifts do we have available?
Weekdays
06.00 - 09.30, 07.00 - 11.00, 15.00 - 22.00, 16.00-20.00, 22.00 - 06.00

Weekends
07.00 - 16.00, 16.00 - 22.00, 22.00 - 07.00

Who are we?

At Cerebral Palsy Alliance (CPA) we pride ourselves on our high-quality family-centred therapies, life skills programs, equipment and support for people living with cerebral palsy and their families. Our priority is to support people living with cerebral palsy to lead an independent and inclusive life.  Our employees continually rate us as one of the best employers in Australia. They recognise and appreciate that our organisation is driven by its values – integrity, passion, excellence, courage and respect.

What will you bring to the role?

• NSW Drivers Licence (minimum P2)
• a current First Aid and CPR certificate (First Aid certificates expire within 3 years, CPR certificates require refreshing annually)
• reliability and flexibility, looking to work 20-25 hours a week
• willingness to learn
• a commitment to making a difference in individuals’ lives
• the capacity to work independently and as part of a team.

What do we offer?

• interesting and varied work
• flexible work options
• competitive hourly rate
• ongoing professional development
• career advancement opportunities
• a supportive network of colleagues and managers

APPLY TODAY!!

As part of the application process, you will need to respond to the full selection criteria and upload your resume and a cover letter; the cover letter is your opportunity to tell us about yourself and why you'd be the right person for the role.