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 currently seeking experienced & supportive carers to work with our young male client who has has Beare-Stevenson Syndrome as well as other associated disabilities. Our client has a Tracheostomy & requires mechanical ventilation of a night time while he sleeps. Looking for staff to cover day shifts as well as active night shifts. For the active night shift, you will be required to monitor the ventilator, Sp02, suctioning & manage nutrition via PEG. During the day you will be required to be with the client during the day & go on outings. This role involves both personal & emotional support so if you have a positive mind set, are intuitive & client focused, this role is for you. Seeking staff for a mix of day & active night shifts 7 days per wek. You also need to be happy to use your car to drive client to events & to access the community.



Your key responsibilities

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

• Ventilator & Tracheostomy Care
• Manual handling
• PEG nutrition
• Personal cares
• Medication assistance
• Companionship
• Driving

About you

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

• Previous disability experience (minimum 2 years)
• Manual handling experience (essential)
• Personal care experience
• Dual Covid-19 vaccinations
• Current First aid and CPR
• Yellow card/NDIS Screening Card
• Manual handling certificate (or willing to obtain)
• PEG competency certificate (or willing to obtain)
• Medication certificate (or willing to obtain)

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 or call through & speak to Alana. We look forward to hearing from you.

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.