Forsight Australia supports adults with sensory and additional disabilities to achieve their goals and live their best lives. Founded in 1978, the organisation continues to flourish, and with our valued clients in mind we are seeking to increase our team of dedicated Active Support Workers at our 24/7 share homes located at various locations throughout Sydney.

We are looking for enthusiastic and committed people who have a passion for supporting clients under an active support model in the Menai/ Bangor area.

Our ideal candidate must have:

• A commitment to support our clients using a person-centred approach under the active support model
• The ability to see the potential in our clients and show the initiative and required sensitivity to empower our clients in their day-to-day living experiences
• Enjoy working in a team as well as independently
• Demonstrated skills and experience in working with people with a disability and or related qualifications
• Availability to work shift work, which may include nights, mornings and weekends
• Flexibility to work casually across a 24/7 roster
• Comfortability in water assisting and supporting clients during hydrotherapy

It is ESSENTIAL you hold the following:

• Right to work in Australia
• Current first aid certificate completed within the last 12 months
• Current CPR certificate
• Current valid driver’s license
• An NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Minimum Cert III in Disability and or related discipline (currently undertaking studies or completed) OR a minimum 6 months experience in a similar field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

In addition, the following will be highly regarded:

• Knowledge of NDIS
• Understanding of disability standards
• Computer literacy

At Forsight we understand that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to offering you a friendly and supportive team environment, with lots of potential for growth.

If you would like to work for an organisation making a real difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.