Disability Support Practitioner
We are looking for passionate, empathetic Support Workers with a can-do attitude and positive growth mindset to join our vibrant team at Cerebral Palsy Alliance (CPA) Accommodation team, on a Casual basis.
We are actively recruiting for our Accommodation and Lifestyle divisions across the Hornsby/St Ives region as well as the Northern Beaches! There are morning, day, evening and night shifts available - it will depend of what you are looking for and the flexibility you need - apply now!
All Disability Support Practitioners receive comprehensive and detailed training to ensure you are comfortable and ready to help our clients in every way. You can make that difference today!
About the role
Your role centres on supporting people with disability to live meaningful lives, and actively drive their own decisions and goals. Our clients participate in social and recreational activities, essential life skills and engage with their local communities.
Delivering personalised support in a group home setting
Assisting clients at mealtimes, personal care, administrating medication and manual handling
Supporting clients to engage and participate in their community
Supporting clients to make their own choices and build skills to be more independent
Supporting clients with transport e.g. using CPA minivan
The Benefits
Attractive casual hourly rate of $41.76 + Super + Penalty Rates
Flexible working hours and shifts across a 24/7 roster to fit in with your lifestyle
$100 per year Well-being Allowance that you can use to enhance your wellbeing (e.g., purchase sports equipment, have a massage, take a meditation class)
Discounted gym membership for you and your family, using Fitness Passport
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Employee Referral Bonus Program, where you can be rewarded for referring a friend that joins CPA.
Requirements
Available for a minimum of 3 days a week, 20 hours (this is a minimum requirement - there are 30+ hours available if you wish)
A current NSW Driver's Licence (P2 minimum)
So if you are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities, join us at Cerebral Palsy Alliance.
Important information:
At CPA the safety of our staff and clients is of paramount importance. We have assessed this role type as requiring a high level of physical functionality with some inherent requirements. For more information on what that may mean for this role please click here.
Please let us know if you have any pre-existing injuries or illnesses which you are currently seeking, or have sought, medical treatment for which you think may impact your ability to fulfil the inherent requirements of this role. CPA is committed to supporting an inclusive work environment and engaging workers with diverse lived experience. We will happily consider and accommodate reasonable adjustments that may be required to support candidates throughout the recruitment process, and to be successful and safe employees of CPA.
Cerebral Palsy Alliance is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our clients and staff. As such we encourage all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19. Cerebral Palsy Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds, advocates for, and protects the rights, wellbeing and safety of people with a disability. We are a child safe organisation and all workers are responsible to adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.
CPA is a smoke free workplace including in, on and around CPA sites and vehicles.
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