Disability Support Worker - Community Support Services

Disability Support Worker – Community Support Services 

• Casual or Permanent positions
• Join us in providing the highest care
• Variety of shifts including weekdays, weekends and active and inactive overnight shifts  
  
  

Healthscope Independence Services is a division of Healthscope, which has a network of 40 private hospitals. Our absolute focus is to help people living with a disability to get the most out of life.

With more than 30 years in disability support, every day across Australia we provide a positive and nurturing environment that promotes greater independence for people.  We work with clients on their plans to reach their independence goals in our homes or in the community and build their confidence to make more choices in their daily life.

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care Team.

Our people are at the heart of our organisation.  No matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our clients and their families. We work together to create positive, memorable experiences, alongside our quality care, in every moment of every day.

We are seeking a Disability Services Worker in Ivanhoe to provide direct support to our clients.

Your Role

• As a Disability Support worker you will provide person-centred care to support clients in their day to day activities. 
• You’ll be assisting clients with all aspects of their daily living.  No day is the same – you might provide personal care, help with medication, shopping, or cooking. But most of all, you will support clients to achieve their personal independence goals at Home and out in the community.
• You have an opportunity to grow and build a remarkable skillset across physical health as well as an appreciation of mental health support to our clients.  You will interact with health professionals in the delivery of services and have the opportunity to also learn more about our holistic model of care.
• You will quickly become part of a hardworking, vibrant team who celebrate the small joys that help make a big difference to people’s lives.

Making the right career move…

Bring your commitment to excellence in client service and a passion to listen and support others.  A well organised approach and good time management are important skills for you to navigate your busy day.  Your high levels of integrity and reliability will build trust with clients and colleagues.  Making a positive contribution will position you well within your team.

We encourage the pursuit of continuous professional development and education and support our people to grow and flourish securely. We value our employees and offer a range of benefits including:

• Work life balance through flexible working hours working hours across a 24/7 service
• Further training and upskilling
• Career development opportunities
• Discounted health insurance
• Discounted gym membership

Join our team…

Applications close:  8 October 2024

For further enquiries, contact Aryan Sachdeva on 0458 966 146

Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application process. We’ll ask for your cover letter and your CV. 

If successful, you will need to provide your immunisation status including COVID, NDIS worker screening check and first aid and CPR certificates and driver’s license.  You must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. 

Healthscope is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity in our workforce. We encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage and people of culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.