Disability Support jobs in Tasmania

DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKERS (COMMUNITY)

Casual – Permanent Role

Location – Launceston and surrounding areas

About the Company:

Bass Disability is a registered NDIS support service provider in Tasmania that believes that "people deserve better". We have a person-centred approach to everything we do.

We genuinely care for our people and participants. Operating throughout the North and North-West Tasmania, we offer a full and comprehensive range of services to assist participants in achieving specific objectives and their own personal goals.

About the Role:

As a business, we provide our people with all the support, knowledge and ongoing training needed to achieve goals and succeed in the provision of an individualised service to participants.

This is the ideal opportunity for existing Disability or Aged Care Support Workers or those who are also looking to transition into support work. Bass Disability is a business that values people and experience. The ideal candidate will be friendly, confident, professional and work well as part of a team. Experience of working in a similar role is preferred but not essential.

As a Disability Support Worker, you will be responsible for supporting people with a disability to live in their home and when they are out in the community. Supports and assistance to be provided may also include domestic assistance, meal preparation, personal care, social, community participation, behaviour support, therapeutic activities and a range of other individualised services and supports.

Being caring, patient and willing to learn is essential to succeed in this role. You will need to build rapport, find common ground and develop a connection with participants while maintaining professional boundaries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mentoring participants in their life goals and skills development.
• Assistance with daily living tasks such as personal care, preparation of meals and other general domestic tasks.
• Responding to the needs of the participants' and collaborating positively with their families, support people and others in their lives.
• Medication administration and completing drug charts where relevant, observing and reporting any observed changes to the participants health, including any incidents through internal systems.
• Promoting independence, providing choice, encouraging inclusiveness and respecting the rights and privacy of an individual with a disability, through planning and creating opportunities.
• Balance your Duty of Care with the right of the participant working within the context of their ability.
• Work within the NDIS legislation framework.
• Increase networking with mainstream services and community events that could be of interest to the participants being supported.
• To undertake specific training as required based on the individual needs of participants as required.

Essential:

• Similar work experience (preferred but not essential).
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Certification in disability support provision or similar industries.
• Current police check.
• Current first aid and CPR certificate.
• WWVP card.
• An unrestricted Driver's License.
• A reliable car with comprehensive insurance.
• Workers Screening number.
• A strong work ethic, together with an open and empathetic nature.
• Completed the NDIS worker orientation modules.
• Infection control modules.

What We Offer:

• Competitive rates of pay, based on experience and qualifications.
• Bass Disability rates of pay are also calculated, based on the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award.
• Flexible work times and shifts to suit you. Initially on a roster, with the opportunity for fixed and increased hours.
• Work within a team where you will be valued, receive relevant training and all of the support you need to succeed.

Apply For This Role:

If you believe you could make a difference and want to join our enthusiastic, professional team that truly cares, please apply today.

Submit your resume and covering letter to: hr@bassdisability.com.au – OR – use the form below to message our HR team.

• All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence.
• Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
• To apply for this role, you must already hold a valid visa that allows you to work in Australia. Applications will not be considered from any individual that does not meet this requirement.

Contact Us

Bass Disability Support Services genuinely cares for its people and participants. If you believe you have what it takes to make a difference and are looking for a fulfilling role, where you can work as part of a team and be valued.

Join our team – get in touch today.

Please send us a message or email and attach your resume.

58 Elizabeth Street, Launceston, Tas 7250
T: (03) 6351 5790
E: hr@bassdisability.com.au