Community Disability Support Worker

About the role

St Jude's Health Care Group, a provider of aged care, allied health and disability services since 1982, is hiring a Community Support Worker to work with clients within the NDIS funding framework. The role helps people with disability and/or psychosocial needs achieve their goals, increase independence and participate more in the community, while promoting positive behaviour, learning and skill development.

Key responsibilities

• Take clients on social outings and activities, shopping trips and GP or specialist appointments
• Serve clients at their homes with activities of daily living such as toileting, showering and dressing
• Carry out light domestic duties and assist with meal preparation and eating
• Administer medication
• Liaise with clients' families and representatives as required

Required profile

• Ability to deliver person-centred care that respects each client's choices and goals
• People skills to build lasting relationships with clients
• Commitment to being a positive member of the home and community team
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Proof of working rights (passport or visa)
• Valid driver's licence and a reliable vehicle
• Working With Children Check issued in Western Australia
• Previous experience as a support worker in the health or disability sector or a relevant Cert III qualification is highly desirable but not essential