Disability Support Worker (West Melbourne)

**Support Worker Job Summary**

We are seeking a patient and compassionate support worker to join our team and provide emotional and practical assistance to our clients. In this role, you'll make a significant difference in the quality of life for the people and families that you work with.

**Support Worker Duties and Responsibilities**
- Take case notes, and maintain adequate records about the client's progress
- Emotionally support clients by engaging in conversations and actively listening to their concerns
- Help with the client's domestic tasks, including cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and shopping
- Provide advice to clients about practical issues, including assisting with disability grants, finding suitable housing, and any other financial benefits
- Accompany clients to meetings with other healthcare facilities or agencies
- Work with the families of clients to educate them about proper support for the client
- Collaborate with other support workers to exchange advice and best practices
- Continuously advance in the profession by attending various seminars, conferences, and other educational opportunities

**Support Worker Requirements and Qualifications**
- Knowledge of standards and requirements in the support work field
- Service-oriented with a passion for helping people
- Solid interpersonal communication skills, with an emphasis on active listening
- Ability to build robust relationships and gain trust
- Empathetic approach, a non-judgmental attitude, and a willingness to be patient
- Physical ability to complete domestic duties
- Strong problem solving and leadership skills
- Level head with the ability to stay calm, even in high-pressure situations
- Time management skills and the willingness to prioritize the needs of many clients
- Ability to maintain client confidentiality
- Has atleast Cert III in Disability Support or Individual Support
- 6months of experience in a support worker role
- Proven compassionate and patient demeanor
- Up to date First Aid and CPR
- NDIS Clearance and Working with Children Clearance

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $30.33
- $68.09 per hour

Supplemental pay types:

- Penalty rates

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (required)
- Working with Children Check (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rb537