Location: Greensborough
Brand: Community, Residential - Date Posted: 21 Sep 2024

• Employment type: this is an on going casual role - we are asking for 16 hours minimum commitment from you - one shift per week leading into more in 2025.
• Salary range: From $39.00 hourly + 11.5% Super
• The wage is based on the Schads Award Level 3.2, the rate will depend upon the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate

Here at JDC Support we’re united in our mission to empower people to reach their full potential. and live their best life.
In your role as a Residential Support Worker, you will encourage our client to become independent and lead a fulfilling life by offering him person-centered support, community access and personal care. You will join a collaborative and supportive team, who will provide individualized training so you can best support him.
You will be a compassionate and reliable worker with an empathic approach to service delivery, with a flexible and adaptable style, a sense of humor, and meticulous attention to detail.
You will be fully experienced in working with NDIS participants who live daily with:

• Autism, Epilepsy, ADHD, Bi Polar disorder, intellectual disability, some behaviors of concern,
• Previous nursing experience highly sort for his Epilepsy management overnight.
• Working with Adults is a must our client is 32 y.o. male.

Working hours
You will be working in his own home in Greensborough. Local candidates highly preferred.
To start with we have a shift available each week on Tuesday, with inactive overnight shift.
Some flexibility to fill in for other staff during holidays or absenteeism. The inactive shift includes a 2 hour window of active support should it be needed during the night for his Epilepsy management.
The shift is the following:

• 5 pm -11 pm night shift
• 11 pm -7 am in active sleepover
• 7 am - 9 am end of shift

Please note the end time of 9 am is not negotiable.
About You
You will meet the following requirements:

• Male/Female Aged: 26-40 y.o.
• Students not accepted for this role.
• Clear concise spoken English and excellent written skills
• Ability to complete client management notes
• Ability to use Microsoft word, email, and use an i Pad and APPS
• Completed CHC43115 - Certificate IV in Disability or other studies
• Experience working with Autism, Epilepsy, ADHD, Bi Polar disorder, Intellectual disability
• Epilepsy trained, Midazolam trained (training provided)
• Medication trained
• Meal preparation, ability to cook and clean premises as required
• Current Victorian Drivers licence.
• Completed First Aid and CPR certificate.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance
• NDIS Worker Orientation Certificate - "Quality, Safety & You"
• Current Working with Children Check VIC for paid employment.
• Ability to work the hours outlined above which are not negotiable.
• Our Investment in You: 
• JDC Support is committed to providing opportunities for career progression.
• You will have access to a range of accredited training modules, staff mentoring program on the job.

• There will be opportunity to be trained in our unique day activity program in 2025 for the successful applicant.
• Supportive staff and management
• Regular Team Meetings
• Commitment to Staff Health & Well being: 
• You will have access to an innovative, holistic practice coach that supports your emotional, mental health and well being with regular sessions on a fortnight basis.Interested?

Local candidates highly regarded for this position.
JDC Support is committed to providing accessible, inclusive, and equitable recruitment processes for all candidates.
If you have any questions regarding the role or require a copy of the position description outlining full details of this role, please email employment@jdcsupport.com.au
Applications will be progressed, and suitable candidates interviewed as they are received.
Applications close: 28.09.24
Job Type: Casual
Pay: From $37.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 16 per week
Benefits:

• Employee mentoring program
• Free drinks
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Shift work

Supplementary Pay:

• Christmas bonus
• Penalty rates

Application Question(s):

• Epilepsy experience

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Required)
• Working with Children Check (Required)
• National Police Certificate (Required)
• Driver Licence (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 30/09/2024
Expected Start Date: 01/10/2024