About the company

For over 40 years, Drake Medox has been one of Australia's most reputable providers of Disability Support Services. We specialize in the recruitment of outstanding healthcare professionals and provide direct support for individuals living with a disability in their own homes and within the community.

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.

Duties:

• 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 along side another support worker

About you:

• 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

In addition:

• Must have sound understanding of the disability industry and providing person-centred support
• Passionate about supporting independence and providing in-home support
• Reliable and honest people with the ability to adapt to new environments
• Be available across 7 days a week

Why work with us?

We are a person-centered disability support organisation that values and genuinely advocates for our disability support workers. We lead by example by providing:

• 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

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.