- Salary
- $34 – $35
- Location
- Forfar, Australia
- Type
- Part-time
- Department
- Customer Service
- Source
- Workday
Description
Location
Stockton, NSW, AustraliaCerebral Palsy Alliance is a globally recognised, award-winning organisation known not only for delivering exceptional disability support services — but also for setting the gold standard in sector-leading staff training and development.
Inspire through Support. Encourage Independence. Build Meaningful Connections.
EMBARK NOW on a deeply rewarding journey as a Support Worker in our Accommodation SIL Houses service across the Hunter/Newcastle Region and experience the satisfaction of supporting your clients to overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and thrive in a supportive environment.
The Role:
Support adults living in CPA group homes to lead rich, independent and empowered lives. We currently have roster opportunities in our SIL house in Stockton. The majority of these shifts are shorter morning shifts or awake-overnight hours. Priority will be given to candidates have availability for those hours.
Your day-to-day may include:
Providing respectful support with personal care, mealtimes, medication, and daily routines
Encouraging skill-building, independence, and decision-making
Supporting community engagement, social connection and transport (including use of CPA vans & in your own vehicle)
Following person-centred plans with empathy and professionalism
Building positive relationships with our clients
What You'll Bring:
We are looking for candidates who embody CPA values, are client-focused in their approach to care, and are passionate about the opportunity to make an impact in the lives of people with disabilities. You'll bring:
A can-do attitude and growth mindset — you’re open to learning and ready to make a difference
Professional Behaviour Support experience or lived experience preferred, however your passion & enthusiasm is key!
NSW Driver’s Licence (P2 or above)
Physical capability to support clients with mobility or transfers
Availability across a variety of shift times, including:
Early mornings (6am - 9am)
Day shifts (9am - 3/4pm)
Afternoons & evenings
Awake overnights (10pm-6am)
What Makes CPA Different?
We are an Award-Winning Training Organisation
CPA is a trusted Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that delivers nationally recognised qualifications, including Certificate III in Individual Support, and advanced disability care skills
Our training programs are backed by decades of experience and respected across the industry
Working for us we can offer you a competitive hourly rate and incredible Employee Benefits
Attractive hourly rates: $34.59 - $35.67 per hour base + Super + 25% Casual Loading + Penalties
$100/year wellbeing allowance (massage, sports, meditation – your choice!)
Discounted gym access for you and your family through Fitness Passport
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your household
Paid Referral Bonus – earn when you refer a friend to join CPA
Paid CPR & First Aid courses
If that isn't enough, we also offer exceptional training to support you:
You will have comprehensive training throughout your orientation, with ongoing learning and development. We invest $5,000 in training in your first year
This includes:
Specialist training opportunities
Buddy shifts with CPA's experienced Disability Support Workers
Opportunity to acquire your Certificate III in Individual Support while working with us
CPA is committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people with diverse lived experience and will happily accommodate reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
We have assessed this role type as requiring a high level of physical functionality with some inherent requirements. For more information on what that may mean for this role please click here.
Cerebral Palsy Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds, advocates for, and protects the rights, wellbeing and safety of people with a disability. We are a child safe organisation and all workers are responsible to adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.
