Casual Community Support Worker

About the role

Lifely supports people of all ages living with a disability through one-on-one support and group programs. It is looking for experienced Community Support Workers with good availability to provide high-quality, person-centred complex care to participants in Ballarat, helping them build independence and take part in life. Support may be given in the home or in the community and can include personal care, domestic tasks, social engagement, transport to appointments and activities, and skill building. The position is casual, paid at $45.28 per hour, and reports to the Direct Support Team Leader.

Key responsibilities

• Provide participant-directed, community-based support and facilitation, which may include personal care tasks, while maintaining individual privacy and dignity
• Keep participants central to service planning and decision-making in line with their Individual Plan, empowering them to access local community facilities, groups and networks
• Ensure the health and safety of participants at all times
• Maintain confidentiality of participant and organisation information
• Complete session reporting sheets after each participant session
• Attend relevant training and meetings as required

Required profile

• A qualification or experience in Disability Services, Aged Care, Individual Support, Home and Community Care or a similar field; applicants with lived experience are encouraged to apply
• Experience supporting people with complex needs
• Strong ethics regarding participant dignity and safety, and Work Health and Safety
• Adaptability, flexibility, resilience and effective verbal and written communication
• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills, professionalism and dedication to the team
• Availability Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 2:00pm to 6:00pm; shift days and times may change depending on participant needs, and extra hours may be available

Required skills

• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working with Children Check
• First Aid and CPR certificates
• NDIS Orientation Certificate
• Valid driver's licence, comprehensive car insurance and current vaccination certificate
• Proof of right to work in Australia

To apply, submit the job ad number (CSW1), an application letter addressing the selection criteria, a resume, proof of Australian citizenship or work visa, the completed availability form and the documents listed above. Contact the Human Resources team for more information.