About the RoleCasual Support Worker roles available in Taree offer flexible shifts to support worklife balance, study, and caring commitments.Make every day meaningful as a Support Worker at Northcott. You will empower people with disability to live as independently and confidently as possiblebuilding daily living skills, maintaining wellbeing, and fostering inclusion in the community.In This Role, You WillProvide personal care that promotes dignity and independence (e.g. showering, toileting, continence support).Support safe manual handling and mobility using hoists and other aids.Follow individual care plans to meet health needs such as epilepsy or wound care.Prepare meals and assist with mealtimes in line with mealtime management plans.Enable customers to participate in everyday activities from household tasks to social and community outings.Benefits, Perks & WellbeingSalary PackagingBoost your takehome pay and save on tax (up to $15,900 annually).PerkboxAccess everyday savings and wellbeing resources.90% of Northcott staff agree they enjoy the kind of work they do.Exclusive discounts & benefitsdiscounted health insurance, gym memberships, motor services and more.Familyfriendly workplaceFlexible support to help you balance home and work life.Learning & career growthOngoing training, development, and opportunities to advance your career.Skills & ExperienceA flexible approach to workyou are happy to support across various shifts, including mornings, afternoons, and weekends.Disability industry experience.Experience in mental health and behaviour support plans.Experience supporting people with varying physical, cognitive or behavioural needsalways lead with respect.Ability to stay calm, think quickly, and provide steady, confident supporteven when things get challenging.A positive attitude, team spirit, and passion for helping others achieve their goals.Confidence with manual handling, PEG feeding, medication administration, and safe transport.Love learning, connecting, and helping others live more independently.Legal InformationBeing Male (sex) is a genuine occupation requirement of the role. As such, and pursuant to Part 3 s. 31 of the AntiDiscrimination Act 1977 (NSW), application for this role is only open to individuals who are Male (sex).How To ApplyClick APPLY to submit your application.Please IncludeYour current resumeA short cover letter outlining your skills, experience and what interests you about this role.We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our StoryAt Northcott, we believe everyone deserves the chance to live life their way. As a notforprofit disability service provider, we support people with disability to explore new possibilities, reach their goals, and shape their own futures. Joining Northcott means becoming part of a passionate, purposedriven team that grows together and celebrates every success big or small.Northcott will review candidates throughout the recruitment process, likely before the close date, and you will be advised of an outcome. For general enquiries about the role you are applying for, please email [email protected] and Inclusion StatementNorthcott actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process and throughout employment. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected and supported to progress. Northcott welcomes applications from and ensures no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, culture, LGBTIQ+ identity, disability, gender, age, religion or caring responsibilities. We welcome bilingual and multilingual applicants, recognising the important role language and cultural understanding play in connecting with and supporting our diverse communities. If you require an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, if you have a preferred contact method or require any information provided in an alternative format, please contact Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Support Worker