Support Worker

Hi there!

I am a 20-year-old Whadjuk, Noongar woman who lives in a full-time Host arrangement in Port Kennedy with a family I love. I have complex care needs and am assisted by a small but very dedicated team of support workers. Along with my Host, the team support me in all aspects of my daily care needs and accessing my local community.

I am currently seeking to recruit one or two more suitably competent and confident individuals to join my support team. Ideally this person, or persons, will be friendly, patient and understanding. You must be flexible, willing to learn my complexities and curious about understanding my needs. Due to my personal care needs and past traumas, you also must be female. To communicate, I use a combination of Auslan and my POD system. I have severe dysphagia and am reliant on an enteral feeding system for my food and nutrition. Experience or knowledge in complex behaviour support and enteral feeding would be highly beneficial, with additional training tailored to my individual needs being provided. I have a small van that I use to access the community, so being a confident and capable driver is a must.

I have a strong passion for exploring my culture and its history. Other activities that bring me happiness include dancing, playing games on my iPad, watching music videos, and spending time with loved ones. I also really love animals. I prefer having a relatively calm home where I can retreat to my space when feeling tired or overwhelmed. If you are a person who can support me in growing and living my best life, are able to work effectively within a team and would like to know more, I would love to hear from you.

Essential Qualities and Experience.

Valid Driver’s Licence

Reliable vehicle with comprehensive Insurance

Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain one.

Current Working With Children Check, or willingness to obtain one.

Current Apply First Aid completed within 3 years, or willingness to obtain one.

Excellent communication skills, including verbal, written, and listening skills

The successful candidate/s will also be required to have completed or complete the following training;

Infection Prevention & Control

Manual Handling Awareness

Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals

Medication Management

Bowel Care

Severe Dysphagia

Enteral Feeding

Positive Behaviour Support

Safety Interventions

This advertisement is advertising for female only workers pursuant to Section 27 of the Equal Opportunity Act.

Please Note: Only Shortlisted Applications will be contacted.

For more information about me or the role, please contact Nicole (One2One Service Coordinator) on 0423 420 492 ornick@one2onewa.com.au