Experienced Disability Support Worker - MiLife-Victoria

About the Role

The key accountabilities of the role include:

• MiLife-Victoria provides supports that enable people living with disability to be self-directed and to exercise choice and control in their lives. We are seeking an individual who is highly motivated, an excellent communicator, able to adapt to a changing environment and has extensive experience working in a direct care environment in the disability sector, preferably with high support or complex need client’s.
• Providing support and mentoring to clients to assist them in achieving their goals.
• Knowledge, ability to read and adhere to complex care plans and/ or BSP.
• Ensure all aspects of program delivery are met on a day-to-day basis.
• Understanding the goals and needs of all clients.
• Knowledge of documentation requirements, for both the curriculum and the clients, and documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Maintaining a safe and effective workplace ensuring all defects and incidents are reported as per MiLife-Victoria policies and procedures.

Required Skills and Experience

• Certificate IV Disability or relevant experience is a requirement for this role
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates
• NDIS worker orientation module is a requirement for this role
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Excellent computer skills including MS Word
• A sound understanding of reporting practices and use of a Customer Management System
• Sound knowledge of current industry standards
• Must be physically fit to be able to safely perform all the physical and manual handling requirements of this position
• Victorian Drivers' License – manual preferred
• Knowledge and experience of the NDIS is highly desirable
• Experience with our Customer Management System, SupportAbility, highly desirable

What do we offer

• Job security and a supportive team environment
• Opportunity to work within a progressive organisation
• An attractive remuneration package including maximum salary packaging options

How to Apply

All applications must include a completed MiLife-Victoria employment application form (which will be sent to the applicant once we receive your resume) a cover letter and current resume. Email to [email protected]

Appointment to the position will be subject to a satisfactory reference checks, National/International Police Check and Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme check.

MiLife-Victoria is an equal opportunity employer, proudly supports a diverse community and is committed to a workplace culture that recognises diversity, equity and human rights. We respect and value the contribution of people from all cultures, backgrounds and lifestyles.