Aged or Disabled Carer

Next Gen Talent

Company: UNITED SPARK PTY LTD t/a United Spark Disability and Mental Health

Position: Aged or Disabled Carer

Location: South Australia

Salary: 72k to 75K plus super

About the Company:

United Spark disability and mental health is a Registered NDIS service provider that values our customers and customer service first and foremost in all operations. We aim to provide exceptional services to the community and to maximizing the responsible independence for people with disability. We are fearless in finding new and exciting ways to make a difference with our customers. We achieve together the best possible outcomes. We create experiences that are good for the soul, take time to celebrate accomplishments, laugh a little and sprinkle positivity. We are people helping people. Our desire to keep it simple drives us to find better and be better. Our purpose is to give people a voice, inspire change and uplift communities.

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum AQF Certificate III in a relevant field with at least 2+ years of experience in a similar role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accompanying aged and disabled persons during daily activities in various environments to help them improve their independence, achieve their goals and support their choice and control.
• Assisting clients with their mobility in range of personal activities including hygiene care, use of manual handling equipment, medication administration, domestic assistance, assistance with meals.
• Preparing food for clients, performing housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming and cleaning
• Arranging social activities, providing companionship, friendship and emotional support
• Assisting in personal hygiene and dressing
• Assist with shopping and run errands for clients.
• Support people within both group settings and 1-on-1 arrangements.
• Assist participants with the range of personal activities including hygiene care, use of manual handling equipment, medication administration, domestic assistance, assistance with meals.
• Use your own initiative to assist clients to work towards their goals and follow specific care plans and positive behaviour support plans (PBSP) and recording observations in individual care notes
• You will be someone that is engaging and will have amazing skills in motivating others including strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively with a range of people in a variety of situations

Skills & Qualities Required:

• 24-hour care model- staff are required to work a combination of shifts –morning (from 6am), afternoon (from 2pm) and overnight (active or passive) assisting clients with their mobility
• You are compassionate, empathetic, respectful and non-judgmental with strong listening and verbal communication skills and the ability to cope well under pressure.
• You will have a proactive and positive attitude, caring nature, and exceptional communication skills.
• You genuinely want to enrich the lives of others.
• You will have empathy for all people with disabilities and their family.
• You have an outgoing personality and find connecting with new people easily.
• You will seek out new learning opportunities and willingness to go extra miles when required.
• Understands and applies WHS principles and risk management at all times.
• You have roadworthy reliable vehicle, valid driver's licence with comprehensive motor vehicle insurance
• Flexible to available shifts and willingness to travel surrounding suburbs.
• Experience with high care needs clients is advantageous

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please email your resume to info@nextgentalent.com.au. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.