QSSS is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist a young woman in Southport.
This 20-year-old is creative, enjoys sewing, gaming, and daily activities, and loves her cat. She uses a wheelchair and requires support with personal care and light domestic tasks, especially as she experiences fatigue. A Support Worker with a car accommodating a collapsible wheelchair is essential for appointments and public transport use. She is interested in swimming to improve her wellbeing and needs assistance at the pool.
Support Workers of all ages are welcome, but female applicants are preferred. Due to hearing challenges, strong accents may be difficult to understand. The role offers shifts on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm.
QSSS offers competitive hourly rates: Weekday $34.45, Evening $37.00, Night $38.00, Saturday $47.00, Sunday $60.50, Public Holidays $73.80. Our staff benefit from an Employee Assistance Program, discounted physiotherapy, ongoing training, and support from our Support Specialist team.
Requirements:
* Be caring, supportive, and understand that the client is the decision-maker in their care.
* Experience with dementia, including managing hallucinations and terrors, is required.
* Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
* Willingness to cover shifts during staff leave.
* Work within NDIS Guidelines, QSSS Protocols, and Values.
* Excellent multitasking, prioritising skills, and a proactive mindset.
Support will be provided through a comprehensive care plan, ongoing training, and collaboration with our team. The role involves effective communication, building rapport, reliability, flexibility, and responsiveness to shift needs.
Our mission is to disrupt the disability and aged care industry by providing true choice, control, and freedom to our clients. Working with us offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in people's lives and help them live their best lives.
QSSS supports career development through on-the-job training and development, ideal for those seeking a career in disability and aged care. If you are compassionate, dedicated, and seeking a flexible environment, QSSS is the right employer for you.
If interested, please submit:
* A cover letter specifying whether you are applying for a Team Leader or Support Worker role, and explaining why you are a good fit.
* Your CV outlining relevant experience and qualifications.
We wish you the best with your application!
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