Residential Support Worker (Autism Support)

About the role

The Autism Association is recruiting experienced Residential Support Workers to work directly with individuals with Autism and their families, helping them live as independently as possible. Clients are supported 24/7 in various metro suburbs, and the role is full time.

Key responsibilities

• Help clients with daily activities such as community engagement, hobbies, personal care and domestic tasks
• Support clients to achieve their goals
• Work three 2.5-day shifts (including overnights) over a three-week period, then take 9 days off; alternatively a 2-week roster with 24 hours on and 24 hours off, then 9 days off

Required profile

• Unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Full driver's licence (no P-plates)
• Experience working with people with disabilities
• Comfortable assisting clients with personal care such as toileting and showering
• Good verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Kindness, respect, resilience, patience, practicality and a calm, solution-focused approach

What we offer

• A generous salary plus salary packaging to reduce tax and increase take-home pay
• Heavily discounted access to gyms, group fitness and aquatic facilities across Perth
• Nine consecutive days off every three weeks
• 6 weeks annual leave for full-time staff and career development opportunities

To apply, candidates must upload a resume and cover letter through the online application form and complete medical, national police clearance and NDIS workers screening checks. Part-time and casual positions are not being considered, and no agency referrals are accepted.