Support Worker - Payneham South

About the role

A friendly, reliable and engaging Support Worker is sought to support a 60-year-old woman living with intellectual disability in the Payneham South area. She enjoys listening to 80s music, arts and crafts, light exercise and the gym, and community and social activities; no manual handling is required. The preferred support worker is female, speaks clear and easy-to-understand English and enjoys creative, community-based activities.

Key responsibilities

• Social support and companionship
• Community participation and arts and crafts activities
• Encourage participation in light exercise and gym sessions
• Support independence and choice
• Assist with evening routines as required
• Maintain accurate progress notes and communication records

Required profile

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module completed
• Current driver's licence and reliable vehicle
• Working with Children Check
• Excellent communication skills and a person-centred approach to support

Additional shifts may be available for emergency, relief and leave coverage. Applications are made by email with a resume and cover letter or through the employer's careers page.