Casual Support Worker
Job No:
MDS294
Location:
Macarthur, Liverpool and Wingecarribee Regions
Macarthur Disability Services (MDS) has been providing support to people with a disability, the frail aged and their carers for over 40 years. We actively promote the rights and aspirations of people with a disability to enrich lives and roles in the community through the provision of choice, opportunity and innovative service design.
We take great pride in what we do at MDS, and we work to foster for our employee’s a culture of Respect, Quality and Empowerment, in line with the MDS values.
MDS believes our mission purpose is dependent on the collective efforts of our diverse workforce. MDS aims to use a competency based management strategy for Human Resources practices and to develop motivated teams who are driven, skilled and trained.
MDS offers a rewarding career with:
- Enjoy the flexibility of shift work within numerous programs, including accommodation setting
- Flexible Work practices
- Opportunity to make a difference
- Multiple program sites close to home
- Safe and Supportive work place that recognises and rewards individual achievement
About the Opportunity
MDS has a number of exciting opportunities for Casual Support Workers for our various programs - including a new initiative THE MDS CLUB
THE MDS CLUB - is a chance for participants to be supported by staff to attend social events and functions with their friends. Participants can choose from different activities that interest them and have the opportunity to get out and about of an evening and weekends. There will be a wide variety of activities on offer to suit all types, from musicals, concerts and sporting events to relaxing nights out for a meal with friends and trivia.
These positions are responsible for supporting people with a disability with daily living skills, community inclusion and participation activities. This role would be well suited to someone who is passionate about supporting and achieving positive outcomes for others.
Key Responsibilities for this position include:
- Supporting people with a disability and their family/carers in achieving life learning, recreation, employment and educational goals and aspirations
- Engage with people with complex care needs to support achievement and encourage further independence
- Provide personal care, living skills, transport, other services and support.
The successful applicant will have:
- HLTAID003 Provide First Aid Qualification - current within 3 years
- HLTAID001 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - current within 12 months
- Received 3 doses of COVID-19 vaccination
- NDIS Worker Clearance
- Valid Working with Children's Check
- Driver's Licence (P1 or above)
- Access to a reliable vehicle
- A passion for supporting others
Please note that as this role provides direct support to persons with a disability, the successful applicant must be fully vaccinated as per public health orders.
These positions are Casual, offering shifts across days, evenings and weekends. MDS Programs span across the Macarthur, Liverpool and Wingecarribee regions. This role is covered under the SCHCADS Award Level 2 ($38.08-$41.54). All successful applicants will need to provide NDIS Worker Screening Check number, or complete a NDIS Worker Screening Check and complete the NDIS Worker Orientation Module.
To apply for this position, please complete the application form below
Phone (02) 4621 8400 for further information.
Applications will not be considered unless the application form is completed.
We will contact you directly if you have been successful in gaining an interview.
It is essential that all applicants have the right to work in Australia. MDS is an EEO Employer and a smoke free workplace.
MDS is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people