Sydney Jobs: Male Disability Support Worker

Male support worker required.

• Work with one young male consumer
• One week-day evening and each week-end
• Make a lasting difference for a family in need

We are seeking an experienced male worker to provide on-going support services for a young man who lives in the family home with his parents and siblings. Living with complex behavioural and social needs, he requires understanding and guidance from a dedicated and loyal support team. Longevity is important as he takes time to develop relationships and build trust with people.Your duties will involve prompting with personal care, general support in socialising, guidance with helping himself (budgeting, shopping, potentially simple cooking, etc) as he prepares to move out to hopefully live away from the family home. Services are of short duration, 1.5 – 2 hours, flexible times, evenings and week-ends, so will suit someone with other commitments seeking additional hours.

Essential requirements:

• Certificate III in Aged, Community or Disability Care (or)
• Extensive experience working in a similar home care environment
• First Aid Certificate
• Manual Handling competency evidence (or willingness to complete an on-line course)
• WWCC and NCHRC