Disability Support Worker (Newcastle)

Are you ready for a change in your career/work life? Ready to dive into a more meaningful role?  We’ve got opportunities for you!  CASUALS NEEDED for Christmas Leave coverage  Rotating roster including some weekends and sleep overs/active night shifts Some hours also available in our Community Access Support program – operating between 8.a.m & 6.p.m   About the Role This rewarding position within a positive, strengths based, and person-centred service will see you support individuals living with a disability to reach their potential and achieve their goals. You will support household activities, medical and health needs, attending community events/activities, personal care, meal management, transport, communication, and managing emotions and behaviours. Successful applicants will: Be open to having conversations & be a good listener, without judgement Show initiative & think outside the box Empower participants you support Completion of a pre-employment medical, NDIS Worker Screening Check, Working with Children Check, First Aid, and a valid driver’s licence.  Why work with us?  Work for a purpose-driven organisation where you can access opportunities for growth and advancement across all of our services Generous salary packaging benefits per NFP Up to 40% discount on school fees at Scone Grammar School or any of our 4 Newcastle Anglican Schools Discounted private health insurance through Medibank A unique culture promoting diversity, cultural competence and shared values Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program 14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks paid partner leave.   Who we are? Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast. We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans. Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus. We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications. For more information visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au or email the talent team at careers@newcastleanglican.org.au    You must have the right to live and work in Australia. No third-party applications please  40000 AUD Newcastle 2300