About us

Drake Medox continues to be one of Australia's most recognised and esteemed providers of complex homecare services. Our team of registered nurses and support workers provides quality homecare support to families and individuals who require all levels of support at home or in the community. Our philosophy is simple; the right support makes all the difference allowing each of our clients to truly live their best life. If you'd like to join our team and make a difference in someone's life, we are currently recruiting for Disability Support Workers.

Your benefits

We truly value each team member, and our commitment is to create a working environment where you can thrive and succeed in your role as a Disability Support Worker. We understand the importance of having great work perks available to reward and recognise our amazing care teams. We can offer you:

• Monthly rosters
• Paid training
• Above award pay rates
• Weekly pay
• Work-life balance with flexible hours
• Recognition program
• Referral program
• Regular shifts
• Dedicated team
• Team events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and more!!

About the role

We are seeking experienced Enrolled, Registered Nurses or Support Workers to work as Disability Support Workers to provide specific in-home care and support work for our client living in the Unley area. Nursing students are encouraged to apply, you will gain valuable clinical skills and experience.

We are looking for applicants who are available for day, evening and overnight shifts and have experience providing support for clients with spinal cord injuries. You must be available to commit to 2-3 shifts per week as a minimum.

Your key responsibilities

Our team is looking for a dedicated and passionate Disability Support Workers who can undertake the following key responsibilities:

• Tracheostomy and Ventilator Management (training provided)
• Continual clinical assessment of client
• Catheter Care
• Personal Care including Skin Integrity Management and Pressure Area Care
• Assisting other Support Worker with ADL's
• Medication Administratio
• Bowel Care Management
• Manual Handling
• Behavioural Management
• Supporting the client with activities at home and out in community
• 2:1 Support, working alongside another support worker

About you

To join our team, we are looking for the following skills and experience:

• Full South Australian Driver's Licence and reliable car
• NDIS Workers Screening Check
• Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid certification
• Current CPR certification
• Manual Handling certification
• Assist with Medication Certification
• English fluency - verbal and written

We are also looking for someone with great communication skills, who works well in a team, has a caring and supportive nature, and is client-focused.

Start your application

If you are ready for a new and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply by clicking the "Apply Now" button. We look forward to hearing from you.

Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

At Drake, we are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and equity. While our journey is ongoing, our shared goal is to create an environment where every individual is respected and valued. We are a community that recognises the strength of diversity.

RIGHT TO WORK

The above position is open only to applicants who have a current right to work in Australia. Applicants who do not have a current right to work In Australia will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.