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Join us as a SUPPORT WORKER in a casual capacity across various locations!

West Wimmera Health Service provides high-quality hospital care, residential aged care, disability services and community health facilities to more than 22,000 people across nine locations in the West Wimmera region.

RENUMERATION:

• Social Community Home Care & Disability Services Industry Award.
• Classification Range - Support Worker Employee HC2 - HC5 Level 2 to Level 5 (level is dependent on qualifications and experiences per Award).

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Provision of in-home and community-based supports which enable people to maintain and/or increase their independence.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA:

Essential

• Effective communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to principles of empowerment, inclusion, choice and control when supporting people to maximize their independence and participate in community life.
• Current First Aid Certificate (Level 2) or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.

Desirable:

• Qualification (Certificate or above) in Aged Care, Disability, Individual Support, Community Services, or equivalent field.
• Previous experience working in a community or residential aged care or disability setting.

PRE-REQUISITES:

• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
• Working with Children Check.
• Fully vaccinated (including influenza) as per current Department of Health Directives.
• Australian Driver’s Licence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To provide support services for individuals receiving community-based support, including Traffic Accidents Commission (TAC) clients, National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants, and/or community aged care Commonwealth Home Support (CHSP) and Support at Home (SaH) clients.
• Assist clients/participants to achieve their individual goals, as outlined in their Support Plan or Care Plan.
• Promote positive community attitudes in relation to disability, ageing and inclusiveness

HOW TO APPLY
If you wish to be considered for the role, please submit the following:

• Your resume, including a comprehensive employment history, the qualifications you hold and the contact details of three manager/supervisor referees.
• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. 
• A document addressing the above Key Selection Criteria using recent examples of your experience. 

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