About the Role

Support 4 women between the ages of 29 and 44 with psychosocial disability living in Support Independent Living in Bondi Junction. The successful candidates will have previous experience working with people with psychosocial disability and mental health conditions who may display behaviours of concern.

We are seeking applications for part time roles only as we know having familiar and stable staff increases the wellbeing of people we support and is more effective in helping them achieve their goals.

The positions available are either 50.5 hours per fortnight, 54.5 hours per fortnight or 57 hours per fortnight. To be considered for the role you must be able to fulfil these hours in Bondi Junction which include weekend shifts, evenings, day shifts and active overnights. Detailed rosters can be provided upon request.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow person-centred active support plans and behaviour support plans respectfully
• Help clients reach their goals through meaningful activities of their choice
• Track and document the changing needs of clients through thorough record-keeping
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, their families and your team
• Advocate for client choice and control in a way that is safe and compliant

Skills & Experience

• An unrestricted Australian driver’s licence
• Committed to work part time hours across the week
• Previous experience working with Behaviour Support Plans
• Understanding of psychosocial disabilities
• A current First Aid Certificate, which includes the course HLTAID003 or HLTAID011

Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including a National Criminal History Record Check and obtain an NDIS Clearance.

To be considered for and appointed to a position at Life Without Barriers, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a minimum of two (2) doses or hold a valid medical exemption certificate, in accordance with Life Without Barriers Employee COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. You will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status during the recruitment process. 

Benefits

• Base hourly rate from $32.21 per hour
• Up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free
• Paid annual and personal leave
• Stable and predictable rosters
• Build your career at Life Without Barriers, opportunities available nationally
• Work for one of Australia’s largest social purpose organisations
• Do work that matters, making a positive impact on the lives of people living with disability.

About the Organisation

Empowering people with disability to live life the way they choose is at the heart of how Life Without Barriers has operated for over 25 years. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and continue this mission. Support people with disability to have the choice, control, and independence to live their best life. If you’re passionate about inclusivity, respect, and making a meaningful difference, this is the career move for you.

Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people and people with mental illness. We work with people who are homeless and refugees and asylum seekers. Join a community of people dedicated to breaking down barriers.

We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.

How to Apply

Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. For any enquiries including persons with disability that require adjustments, please contact Kestra Caller at [email protected] using the subject line: Disability Support Worker - Bondi Junction enquiry via EthicalJobs.