We’ve been supporting people with a disability since 2007. Specialising in 24-hour disability programs for individuals with multiple and complex needs. We’re proud to be a trusted and registered service provider with the NDIA, TAC, DHHS and Worksafe.

Benefits of joining our team

As a CareChoice employee, benefits you’ll be able to take advantage of include:

• Take advantage of our wellness platforms including EAP and free flu shots
• Discounts with major supermarkets, retailers, insurance and travel via our partners RewardGateway
• Monthly Recognition & Reward for Employee of the Month
• Service Recognition Program
• Free ongoing training and development
• Career development opportunities

From the moment you step through our doors, you’ll feel welcome and supported to do your best work and really make a difference in people’s lives.

About the role

Due to continuous and exciting growth, we’re currently recruiting for multiple Disability Support Workers to join our team to support our clients on overnight shifts.

You will be paid $80 for the sleepover shift, which is above award rates.

There are also penalty rates applied to the shifts before & after a sleepover depending on when the sleepover falls.

You’ll be responsible for providing quality services and safeguards to our Participants with an emphasis on skill and capacity building to encourage independence and confidence for meaningful and active inclusion in society.

A day in the life as a Disability Support Worker with CareChoice, may see you supporting our Participant with:

• Building on individual strengths and enabling Participants to reach their goals.
• 24-hour complex supports
• Supported Independent living
• Community access and transport
• Domestic and Personal care

The hours of work vary and include weekday shifts, evening, and weekend shifts. Penalty rates apply on weekends, Public Holidays, after 8pm and after 12 pm.

About you

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to have demonstrated experience providing support to participants with high complex needs and have the following skills and attributes:

• Covid19 Digital Vaccination Certificate or Immunisation Statement (including Booster shot)
• Certificate IV in Disability or equivalent qualification
• Experience within the industry (eg. disability, mental health, aged care, individual support, community services or youth work etc.)
• Clear and effective communication skills and ability to establish professional relationships with participants and their families
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record management
• Flexibility to work over a 7-day roster and the availability to work overnight shifts or attend training or meetings as required
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance or willing to obtain
• First Aid, CPR, WWCC and NDIS Worker Orientation module
• Current Driver’s License with access to a comprehensively insured vehicle (mandatory).

To APPLY

If this sounds like the ideal role for you and you have the skills and experience we’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you. So, don’t delay, apply today. For further information, please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@carechoice.net.au.

Employment with CareChoice is also subject to satisfactory evidence of COVID-19 Vaccination (including Booster shot).

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Joanne Thomson on 03 9034 1117, quoting Ref No. 1057210.