Job Title/location : Disability Support Workers (Casual) Wollongong /Towradgi NSW

About the Organization

Bridges Alliance (www.bridgesalliance.com.au) is a growing disability services provider established in 2018 in the Macarthur and Wollondilly regions with an expanding footprint in Greater Sydney, the Illawarra and Southern Highlands. Since our inception we have supported a growing number of people with a disability and are seeking motivated and dedicated staff to partner with us in our growth and making a positive difference in the lives of both our clients and employees.

Bridges Alliance is a disability support organisation based in South western Sydney. We are seeking 3 reliable and dedicated Disability Support Workers to support one of our valued NDIS clients in the Towradgi/ Wollongong area.

About the hours

Shifts are available from 2-8 hours, morning, day and night, 7 days a week. Please note Extra hours are available for weekends and school holidays.

Sleepover night shift is available 7 days a week.

There are consistent hours available for a suitable applicant, up to 38 hours per week.

About the Client

There is one Male youth client, living in SIL accommodation with Autism. The Client is nonverbal and communicates with sounds and hand gestures.  As the client can have behavioural aggression, it is important that staff are able to de-escalate situations and would the work suit staff with prior Mental health experience, with a calm demeanour.

He is an affectionate boy, who dislikes loud noises and thrives on routine. He enjoys activities and outdoors.

Personal care is needed including domestic activities – Cooking, medication, showering, dressing administration is required.

Benefits of working with Bridges Alliance

• Grow or kick start your career with us!
• Full training is provided at local offices, managers, and a 24/7 support line
• Reward & Recognition star employee of the month
• Training & Development opportunities

Skills & Experience

• Basic computer skills required
• Transferrable skills in providing care and compassion to the client
• Have flexibility to work a variety of shifts 
• Willingness to work at various locations e.g. Port Kembla
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective team player
• Understanding of Autism
• Lived experience will be preferred  

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter including a bit about you and why you think you would be a good fit to support our valued client based on what you have read above. 

All training needed to support the client is provided on the job and an immediate start is available. We need reliable long-term staff who are happy to do consistent shifts. If this is, you and you want stable employment please apply now.

Job Types: Casual

Salary: $30.00 – $40.00 per hour

Criteria

• Have a Current First Aid or willingness to obtain prior to commencing
• COVID-19 considerations: All NDIS Workers are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) or medically exempt.
• Be willing to provide a NDIS Worker Check (NDISWC) Clearance
• NSW driving Licence -reliable vehicle (essential)