Disability Support Worker

Bookyana is an Aboriginal owned organisation and our priority is to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People living with disabilities across South Australia.

Bookyana Cultural & Community Services commenced in 2019 and our head office is located in Bowden. Culture, Community and Country are our core values and we constantly strive to achieve these values for our Aboriginal participants to ensure that our community was and always will be culturally safe.

Job Description

This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants as part of our commitment to equal opportunity and under Special Measure provisions of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA). Applicants with a strong understanding of Aboriginal culture, experience supporting clients with complex behaviours, or who identify as Nunga or have strong ties to Aboriginal communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are seeking Disability Support Workers who are available for weekday afternoon shifts and passive weekday overnight shifts to provide personal support, with a focus on respecting comfort and privacy needs for our Supported Independent Living services (SIL).

As a Disability Support Worker you will be responsible for providing high quality, person-centered support with a culturally inclusive approach to our participants. Due to the complex behavioural needs and cultural background of some of our clients, we are seeking applicants with resilience, emotional intelligence, and a proven ability to work safely and respectfully in cross-cultural and high-intensity environments.

The position aims to empower participants to achieve their potential and live the life they choose. Participants are supported to maintain their independence, exercise choice and control and maintain relationships in accordance with their individual person-centered plans. The position also requires communication with the families and carers of participants and employees at other services and activities that participants might access.

Required:

Disability Support Workers MUST have the following:

Certificate III in Disability, Individual Support or similar

Valid First Aid

Valid CPR Certificate

NDIS Workers Screening Check

NDIS Orientation Module Certificate

NDIS Effective Communication Certificate

NDIS Safe and Enjoyable Meals Certificate

Medication Management Certificate

Valid Unrestricted Drivers Licence

Fluent & literate in English and numeracy to fulfill role

Working with Children Check (not mandatory but preferred)

100 points ID (passport/birth certificate/Visa/right to work)

Cultural awareness training (not mandatory but preferred)

1-2 Years experience working with individuals with behavioural concerns

How To Apply

Please apply through the Seek advertisement or alternatively, forward a completed application form, a copy of your resume (including 3 current referees) and all relevant certificates, clearances and documents to: enquiries@bookyana.com.au (PDF format only).

Further resources and information can be found on our website: www.bookyana.com.au

Employer questions Your application will include the following questions: • Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check? • How many years' experience do you have as a Disability Support Worker? • Do you have a current Australian driver's licence? • Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? • Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold? • Have you completed a qualification in disability? • Are you available to travel for this role when required?