Drake Medox is one of the leading names in health and community care in Australia with a network of offices across the country. Our broad service offering in nursing, disability, community and allied health sees us with great roles available across a range of specialities, skill levels and qualifications.

About the role:

Our client is an individual living at home in Glen Waverley with a spinal injury and requires Support Workers to help reach community and clinical goals.

Our Support Workers will demonstrate teamwork and champion a safe and positive environment for our client and will be guided by a strong management presence. You will help us manage and maintain strong clinical standards and will be required to support our client in achieving their short and long-term goals.

Our client requires a few additional support workers to join his team on a casual basis. This is a great opportunity for you to make a difference in our client's life, as well as enhance your skills and knowledge by working alongside a Registered Nurse.

Duties;

• Work alongside a Registered Nurse and assist with personal care and manual handling
• Supporting the client in achieving their community and clinical goals
• Providing true and authentic companionship to the client
• Light household duties

You must have;

• Valid Australian Driver's License
• Valid CPR and First Aid Certificate
• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support / Disability / Aged Care
• Proof of rights to work in Australia
• NDIS Worker Screener Check

The right candidates will need to meet the following criteria, client specific training will also be provided;

• +6 months manual handling experience (using hoist machines)
• Experience with providing personal care to clients with high needs - this includes full assistance with showering, continence care and personal hygiene
• Be able to work in a team environment with exceptional communication skills.

Benefits:

• Exceptional above award hourly rates
• Flexible working hours for optimal work/life balance
• Employee assistance program
• Supported by a strong management team and 24-hour consultant availability
• High job satisfaction knowing you are having a positive impact in someone's life

If this position sounds like you, please click Apply Now! Alternatively, you can contact Amani or Alma on 1300 360 070 for a confidential discussion.You can also find out more about us via our website https://www.drakemedox.com.au/

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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.