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GPSO – LEETON SCHADs Award Level 2 Casual and permanent positions availableDo you have a passion for improving the lives of people living with a disability? Do you possess the compassion and dedication to provide exceptional care and support? If so, we invite you to apply in joining the GPSO team as a Disability Support Worker!ABOUT THE ROLE:As a Disability Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the lives of our Participants. GPSO offer 24/7 services to our Participants including day programs, personal care, community access, short-term accommodation (respite) and long term supported accommodation. We are seeking candidates with flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and overnight.Main duties and responsibilities:<li>Assisting Participants with daily living tasks and independent skills</li><li>Provide assistance with personal care, personal hygiene, administration of medication, meal preparation, mobility and transport</li><li>Encourage and prompt independence in all aspects of daily living </li><li>Contribute to the development and implementation of individual support plans</li><li>Document services delivered, incidents and report</li><li>Effectively interact with Participants and promote social interaction</li>Essential requirements include:<li>Compassion and genuine desire to support individuals with disabilities</li><li>Solid verbal and written English skills</li><li>Ability to use technology, such as smart phones and computers</li><li>Awareness of health and safety issues e.g. hazards and risk</li><li>First Aid and CPR Certificate</li><li>Working with Children Check </li><li>NDIS worker screening</li><li>NDIS Worker Orientation Module "Quality, Safety and You"</li><li>Current Drivers’ License and own reliable transport</li><li>Fit and healthy and meet the inherent requirements as described in the position description</li>Desirable:<li>A Certificate III in Individual Support</li><li>Previous experience in disability support or related field</li>Other requirements:<li>Completion of National Police Check </li><li>Pre-employment functional assessment (including drug and alcohol screening)</li><li>Ability to be flexible with work hours</li><li>Possess a phone with availability to receive and make calls, access data and send texts</li><li>Possess a private vehicle that may be used for work purposes</li>ABOUT US:GPSO is a not-for-profit organisation supporting people of all ages with physical and intellectual disabilities. GPSO strives to provide the highest quality and person-centred care to our Participants. We assist people with a disability to achieve their full potential, enabling each person to enjoy quality of life whilst also becoming a valued community member. GPSO is progressively expanding our services and as such we are looking for compassionate and dedicated Disability Support Workers who want to work with an impressive organisation and who are committed to delivering quality supports.TO APPLY OR FOR MORE INFORMATION:If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career as Disability Support Worker, submit your application online. This must include your resume AND a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. For more information on GPSO check out our website on https://www.gpso.com.au

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Disability Support Worker - LEETON

GPSO – GRIFFITH SCHADs Award Level 2 Casual and permanent positions availableWe're looking for staff to work in either of our locations, Leeton or Griffith. Do you have experience working with people with a disability? Do you have a passion for improving the lives of people living with a disability? Do you possess the compassion and dedication to provide exceptional care and support? If so, we invite you to apply in joining the GPSO team as a Disability Support Worker!ABOUT THE ROLE:As a Disability Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the lives of our Participants. GPSO offer 24/7 services to our Participants including day programs, personal care, community access, short-term accommodation (respite) and long term supported accommodation. We are seeking candidates with flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and overnight.Main duties and responsibilities:• Assisting Participants with daily living tasks and independent skills• Provide assistance with personal care, personal hygiene, administration of medication, meal preparation, mobility and transport• Encourage and prompt independence in all aspects of daily living • Contribute to the development and implementation of individual support plans• Document services delivered, incidents and report• Effectively interact with Participants and promote social interactionEssential requirements include: • Compassion and genuine desire to support individuals with disabilities• Solid verbal and written English skills• Ability to use technology, such as smart phones and computers• Awareness of health and safety issues e.g. hazards and risk• First Aid and CPR Certificate• Working with Children Check • NDIS worker screening• NDIS Worker Orientation Module "Quality, Safety and You"• Current Drivers’ License and own reliable transport• Fit and healthy and meet the inherent requirements as described in the position descriptionDesirable:• A Certificate III in Individual Support• Minimum 6 Months industry experience Other requirements:• May be required to complete a National Police Check • Pre-employment functional assessment (including drug and alcohol screening)• Ability to be flexible with work hours• Possess a phone with availability to receive and make calls, access data and send texts• Possess a private vehicle that may be used for work purposesABOUT US:GPSO is a not-for-profit organisation supporting people of all ages with physical and intellectual disabilities. GPSO strives to provide the highest quality and person-centred care to our Participants. We assist people with a disability to achieve their full potential, enabling each person to enjoy quality of life whilst also becoming a valued community member. GPSO is progressively expanding our services and as such we are looking for compassionate and dedicated Disability Support Workers who want to work with an impressive organisation and who are committed to delivering quality supports.TO APPLY OR FOR MORE INFORMATION:If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career as Disability Support Worker, submit your application online. This must include your resume AND a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. For more information on GPSO check out our website on https://www.gpso.com.au

Disability Support Worker - GRIFFITH 

GPSO – Griffith | Permanent Full Time 38 hours a week Monday – SundaySCHADS Award Level 3 – Pay Point 1 $36.00 per hour (permanent)We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and motivated individual to join GPSO as a Disability Team Leader in our supported independent living accommodation.ABOUT US:GPSO is a not-for-profit organisation supporting people of all ages with physical and intellectual disabilities. GPSO strives to provide the highest quality and person-centred care to our Participants. We assist people with a disability to achieve their full potential, enabling each person to enjoy quality of life whilst also becoming a valued community member.GPSO is progressively expanding our services and have recently opened two supported independent living accommodation facilities. As such, we are looking for compassionate and dedicated applicants who want to work with an impressive organisation and who are committed to delivering quality supports.ABOUT THE ROLEThis Disability Team Leaders will be responsible for leading, mentoring and managing staff and Participants of their respective team.The Disability Team Leader plays a key role in the day-to-day provision of direct Participant care, which aims to assist people with disabilities to access high quality and safe support services and achieve their desired goals.The Disability Team Leader position will also perform the role as a Support Worker, providing direct Participant care to promote the dignity of our Participants and support them to develop their potential.Main duties and responsibilities:<ul><li>Design and/or implement individualised programs to meet the needs and goals of Participants</li></ul><ul><li>Provide support to Participants who require assistance with tasks of daily living, personal care, domestic assistance and medication administration</li></ul><ul><li>Ensuring compliance with reporting requirements</li></ul><ul><li>Leading, guiding and mentoring team members and assisting with performance management</li></ul>SELECTION CRITERIA:Essential:<ul>
<li>Demonstrated experience with direct customer support work in a disability support setting.</li>
<li>Demonstrate the ability to lead, motivate, manage and provide on the job training to staff.</li>
<li>Ability to give directions and delegate work to ensure the effective support of Participants.</li>
<li>Effective organisational skills and problem solving ability.</li>
<li>Demonstrated capacity to work as a team member and also independently, whilst enjoying a degree of responsibility in your position.</li>
<li>An ability to liaise effectively with Participants, and their carers.</li>
<li>Demonstrate solid verbal and written English skills and possess the ability to effectively interact with Participants and their Carers’, internal and external stakeholders.</li>
<li>Be a team player who can work effectively with people from different backgrounds.</li>
<li>Possess a general awareness of health &amp; safety issues including manual handling, slip / trip hazards and general safety awareness.</li>
<li>Possess a Certificate III in Individual support (or equivalent) OR 5 years’ relevant professional experience within the last 7 years.</li>
<li>Hold a current Drivers’ License.</li>
<li>Hold a current Senior First Aid, CPR and Anaphylaxis Certificate.</li>
<li>Hold a Working with Children Check</li>
<li>Hold a NDIS worker screening or willing to obtain.</li>
<li>Hold NDIS Worker Orientation Module “Quality, Safety and You”</li>
<li>Meet the inherent requirements relevant to the position.</li>
</ul>Desired:<ul>
<li>Demonstrated experience working in a residential disability support setting.</li>
<li>A Certificate IV in Disability Services (or equivalent) and/or Certificate IV in Leadership / Management (or equivalent).</li>
</ul>TO APPY OR FOR MORE INFROMATION:To be considered for this role you must submit your application online. This must include your resume AND a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

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