Support Workers - Brisbane West
Proudly not-for-profit and operating for over 40 years, Mamre is one of Brisbane’s longest-serving disability support providers. Join our team today and start making a real difference in the lives of people with disability and their support networks.
What we offer:
- Above award rates + super + salary packaging on offer
- Ongoing professional development and face-to-face training provided
- Employee Assistance Program (free and confidential counselling service)
- Long Service Leave (QLeave)
About you
We are looking for passionate support workers who want to help people live life their way. If you’re dedicated to assisting people with living the life they choose, supporting them with daily tasks, and achieving long-term goals, this is the role you’ve been looking for. We have multiple shifts on offer, preferably for candidates who are available for afternoon shifts and split shifts in Brisbane's Western Suburbs - Toowong and The Gap.
Key duties and responsibilities:
- Assistance with daily living tasks including personal hygiene, dressing, toileting or assistance with continence aids, eating/feeding, and transferring/mobility assistance
- Domestic activities like cleaning, cooking, laundry, and gardening
- Community access and outings not limited to driving to medical appointments, social activities, shopping, leisure outings, school activities (drop-off/pick-up)
- Supporting or introducing hobbies and activities like arts and crafts, music, sports, learning new skills, reading/tutoring, love for animals, companionship
Requirements:
- Qualifications in healthcare (individual support, disability, aged care, nursing) and/or relevant experience caring for people with a disability or complex care needs
- Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support Plans and Restrictive Practices is highly desirable
- Experience caring for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD or intellectual disabilities in an educational setting preferred
- Experience in Medication administration and Seizure management, an advantage
- Blue Card and Yellow Card/NDIS Worker Screening
- First Aid and CPR Certificate
- NDIS e-Learning Module Certificates
- Full COVID-19 vaccination
- Current driver's licence with a registered, reliable, and insured vehicle
- Effective verbal, non-verbal, and written communication
- Basic computer skills
Apply now and enjoy all the benefits and career possibilities that Mamre has to offer.
Simply click the "Apply" button and upload a copy of your Resume.