Job Category: Community Services and DevelopmentGSL: A Good Start to LifeDo you believe every child deserves a safe home, a sense of belonging, and the chance to live a good life?If that sounds like you,we''dlove to meet you.Who We AreAt GSL,we''reall aboutpurpose, belonging, and securitynot just for the young people we support, but for our team too.Our mission is simple but powerful:to change the way our communities see disability.We support children and young people who were born withor have developeddisabilities, and whohaven''talways had the easiest start in life.We''rehere to change that.We create homes that are more than just safe places to live.They''replaces where kids can grow, heal, laugh, learn, and just be themselves.Job DescriptionThe Role: What You''ll DoWe''relooking forwarm, reliable, and resilient support workers to be there for young people in our careespecially those with complex physical or mental health needs.You''ll be doing things like:Supporting kids and teens with daily routines, from self-care to school to fun activitiesHelping create and follow personalised care plans that fit each young person''s unique needsCreating a positive, calm, and respectful home environmentBuilding strong, trusting relationshipsbeing someone they can count onKeeping clear records of what happens each dayUsing your calm approach (and maybe a little humour) to handle challenging moments with careEncouraging young people to get involved in their communities and feel part of something biggerSome days will be challenging. Others will be deeply rewarding. But every day, you''ll be doing something that matters.Desired Skills and ExperienceWho You AreWe''relooking for people who:Have a big heart and a steady headAre patient, reliable, and genuinely care about making a differenceUnderstand how trauma or disability can affect young livesWant to be part of a team that supports each other through the tough stuffMust-havesCertificate IV in Disability Support, Youth Work, or a related field (or studying towards it)Paid Blue CardNDIS Worker Screening (Yellow Card)Driver''slicenceUnrestricted working rights in AustraliaLCS2 (or the willingness to get it)Current First Aid certificationCurrent CPR certificationWhy Work With Us?Because we careabout our young people and our team.We use trauma-informed models like The Sanctuary Model to make sure our work is safe, supportive, and meaningful for everyone involved.Ifyou''relooking for a role where you can show up as your whole self, help young people feel safe and seen, and go home knowingyou''vemade a differencethis is it.Ready to Join Us?We''rehiringright now, andwe''dlove to hear from you.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Disability Support Worker - Care