This is a permanent part-time role on a fixed roster of at least 10 hours per week or more to work with participants living independently in homes in Bateau Bay.

About the Opportunity

• Part-Time Fixed Contract until June 2025 with the possibility of extension, with a minimum of 20 hours per fortnight in Bateau Bay
• SCHADS Level 2.1 rate $33.41 per hour with additional penalty rates, salary packaging benefits up to $18,550 per year and superannuation.
• Flexible to be available 7 days a week from 7am to 8pm with 1 weekend a fortnight

Roster: 

• Week 1 Wednesday 9:30am to 6pm and Friday 8am to 5pm
• Week 2 Thursday 8am to 5pm and Saturday 8am to 6pm

Our service operates from 7am to 8pm environment (no awake shifts). Opportunities to pick up additional shifts up to 76 hours a fortnight.

Working with participants on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), you will positively engage people with various physical and mental health disabilities, contributing to making a meaningful difference by building their capacity with daily living, confidence in accessing the community and within themselves.     

What you will be doing (please refer to the position description):

• Aiding with daily life activities both at home (meal preparation and cleaning, etc) and in the community (budgeting and shopping routines).
• Supporting individuals with their educational and work-related endeavours.
• Facilitating access to various community, social, and recreational activities.
• Assisting with transportation to enable access to daily activities and engagements.

Who we are looking for:

• NSW Drivers license (can be on Green P Plates) and willingness to drive a company car.
• Possession of a valid NSW Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Check is necessary.
• Holding a current First Aid Certificate is also a necessary qualification.
• Previous experience or qualifications in disability of young adults or aged care are desirable but not mandatory.

Even Better:

• Certificate III or IV or studying towards a course in Disability, Allied Health or equivalent

By joining Uniting as a Disability Support Worker, you can look forward to the following benefits:

• Maximum allowable up to $18,550 salary packaging available (visit accesspay.com.au for more information).
• Comprehensive induction training from Day 1 including buddy shifts.
• $500 referral bonus can be generously rewarded for referring a friend who joins Uniting.
• Extensive opportunities for professional growth.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Corporate discounts and cash-back programs with major retailers 

For more information, read the Position Description - Life Skills Supporter.pdf.

If the idea of working for a progressive not-for-profit organisation excites you, then please APPLY now.

Should you have any questions, please contact Sarah from Uniting’s Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] for more information, using the subject line: Life Skills Supporter - Central Coast enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks and Reference Checks.  

About Uniting:

When you’re part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.

We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.

Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.