Cocoon SDA Care is a fast-growing, innovative, and dynamic organisation. We are seeking Disability Support Workers who seek a role that is committed to your training and growth. We are seeking experienced staff who will assist in supporting participants with complex care, personal care and high physical needs. We are also seeking highly experienced staff with great attitudes and professionalism. You will work in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) or SDA to help provide participants with personal growth and independence.
Our Disability Support Workers engage with our participants as they shape and improve their lives. They create opportunities, are champions of connecting their abilities and inspire partnerships of support that encourage every individual to realise the full potential of their life as a human being.
The role:
Immediate start
Must be available for sleep over shifts.
Experience in managing participants who require support with complex care and high physical needs.
Experience with Trauma, Mental Health, First Aid and Intellectual Disadvantage
Must have Manual Handling experience.
Clear speech and communication are required strong verbal and written communication English skills.
Providing personal support empowering our participants to reach their goals and maintain independence.
Experience with Diabetes Management.
Understanding on Manual Handling.
Confident in providing personal care.
Must like dogs and children
What’s in for you?
You'll experience a rewarding career where your skills and commitment are recognised and rewarded. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy working in a family-friendly, supportive, close-knit working environment driven by strong values.
Consistent shifts that offer stability & the chance to have a real impact.
Online specialised & the on-job training.
Flexible work hours.
EAP services Mandatory requirement
Certificate III in Individual Support Disability, Aged care or equivalent
First Aid, CPR, Manual Handling, and Medication Administration training or willing to obtain.
Current Driver’s License
Please note that the successful applicant will be required to hold or be willing to obtain a National Disability Insurance Scheme NDIS Worker Screening Check and a Working With Children Check.
Application Process Please ensure you attach a resume detailing why you would be a great addition to the Cocoon SDA Care team.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. (No agencies please!)