Lifestyle Assistants - Central East District
Afford, leading Employer of Choice in disability, is recruiting for Lifestyle Assistants for our Ashfield, Belmore and Guildford Lifestyle Centres
Summary about this job
Aged & Disability Support
Company: AFFORD
Location: Sydney
Work type: Casual/Vacation
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Phone: +61-3-5072-9105
Fax: +61-7-9715-6562
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Detail information about job Lifestyle Assistants - Central East District. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Work close to home
- Employer of choice benefits
- Salary Sacrificing benefits
- Opportunity to work for the recognised Employer of Choice within the disability industry
- On-going investment in your professional development
About the company
Afford is a recognised Employer of Choice within disability, with our extensive footprint covering lifestyle centres / accommodation / respite; ADE's; employment services; supported employment and training to our client audience across the Greater Western Sydney region.
We pride ourselves on our reputation of delivering service excellence, person centred care focused on individual outcomes and the fact that we are highly respected in the disability community.
About the opportunity
Due to the huge growth in client numbers, we have experienced through the roll out of the NDIS. Our Lifestyle Centres in our Central East District- Ashfield, Belmore and Guildford are now looking for Lifestyle Assistants who have extensive experience in disability.
Our Lifestyle Centres offer many community access programs, as well as internal programs throughout the week, and are known for their high levels of activity and client engagement. Some of the duties and responsibilities in the role will include, but not be limited to:
- Personal care assistance
- Transportation to and from numerous community access programs
- Medication and 1:1 individual support
- 7 days per week roster
- Professional experience handling challenging behaviours
- All other support related duties as needed
- Cooking and baking
About the candidate
As this is a client facing position, it is very important that the successful candidate not only displays the qualities needed for an experienced Lifestyle Assistant, but that they have proven skills and experience in the following:
- Genuine interest, experience in working with people with disability
- Strong administrative skills
- To be able to follow and implement individual service plans, healthcare and positive behaviour support plans
- Experience in working with customers who have complex and challenging support needs is essential
- Ability to work as part of a team and effective communication skills;
- Previous experience completing daily notes, incident reports, case notes and other administration
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Valid Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Current NSW Driver's License; and
- A can do attitude!
Why be part of AFFORD?
- Excellent working conditions
- Competitive and above award pay rates and salary packaging options
- Career development and advancement opportunities
- Intellectual challenges
- Monthly rewards and recognition for excellent customer service
Afford is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
In order for you to be considered for this role this position requires you to undergo a psychometric assessment, have a clear police check and a pre-placement medical assessment.
To apply, please submit your resume and covering letter to [email protected]. Please contact Human Resources at Afford on (02) 8805 3700 for further details or a copy of the position description.