Disability Support Practitioner
Cerebral Palsy Alliance
Disability Support Practitioner
We are looking for a passionate, empathetic Support Worker with a can-do attitude and positive growth mindset to join our vibrant team at Cerebral Palsy Alliance (CPA) Lifestyles, on a Casual basis.
We are looking to grow the team and are recruiting 3 new team members for the Hunter region! There are morning, day, evening and night shift available - it will depend of what you are looking for and the flexibility you need - apply now.
About the role
Your role centres on supporting people with disability to live meaningful lives, and actively drive their own decisions and goals.
Some things our clients love doing:
- Expressing themselves through creative mediums e.g. art, cooking, gardening
- Selling or exhibiting things they’ve created to the community
- Maintaining their health and wellbeing e.g. yoga, gym
About Us
At CPA Lifestyles, our clients participate in social and recreational activities, essential life skills and engage with their local communities. We match clients with disability support workers that are tailored to their needs, interests and passions in life.
The Benefits
- Our team is vibrant, inclusive and creative
- Attractive hourly rate ($33.42) + Super + Casual Loading + Penalty Rates
- Ongoing professional development, including Certificate III and IV in Disability
- Discounted gym membership for you and your family, using Fitness Passport
Your Responsibilities Include:
- Supporting clients to build new skills through the delivery of person-centred, innovative programs such as arts & craft, music, health & fitness
- Assisting clients with mealtimes, personal care and medication
- Accompanying clients on community access, such as social events, recreation or sporting activities
- Supporting clients with transport e.g. using CPA minivan
Requirements
- Available for Friday and Saturday shifts (this is a minimum requirement - there are 30+ hours available if you wish)
- Minimum P2 driver’s license
- Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to support individuals with disabilities to reach their goal
So if you are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities, join us at Cerebral Palsy Alliance Lifestyles.
Important information:
At CPA the safety of our staff and clients is of paramount importance. 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.
Please let us know if you have any pre-existing injuries or illnesses which you are currently seeking, or have sought, medical treatment for which you think may impact your ability to fulfil the inherent requirements of this role. CPA is committed to supporting an inclusive work environment and engaging workers with diverse lived experience. We will happily consider and accommodate reasonable adjustments that may be required to support candidates throughout the recruitment process, and to be successful and safe employees of CPA.
Cerebral Palsy Alliance is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our clients and staff. As such we encourage all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19. Cerebral Palsy Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds, advocates for, and protects therights, wellbeing and safety of people with a disability. We are a child safeorganisation and all workers are responsible to adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.
CPA is a smoke free workplace including in, on and around CPA sites and vehicles.
Cerebral Palsy Alliance
Disability Support Practitioner
We are looking for a passionate, empathetic Support Worker with a can-do attitude and positive growth mindset to join our vibrant team at Cerebral Palsy Alliance (CPA) Lifestyles, on a Casual basis.
We are looking to grow the team and are recruiting 3 new team members for the Hunter region! There are morning, day, evening and night shift available - it will depend of what you are looking for and the flexibility you need - apply now.
About the role
Your role centres on supporting people with disability to live meaningful lives, and actively drive their own decisions and goals.
Some things our clients love doing:
- Expressing themselves through creative mediums e.g. art, cooking, gardening
- Selling or exhibiting things they’ve created to the community
- Maintaining their health and wellbeing e.g. yoga, gym
About Us
At CPA Lifestyles, our clients participate in social and recreational activities, essential life skills and engage with their local communities. We match clients with disability support workers that are tailored to their needs, interests and passions in life.
The Benefits
- Our team is vibrant, inclusive and creative
- Attractive hourly rate ($33.42) + Super + Casual Loading + Penalty Rates
- Ongoing professional development, including Certificate III and IV in Disability
- Discounted gym membership for you and your family, using Fitness Passport
Your Responsibilities Include:
- Supporting clients to build new skills through the delivery of person-centred, innovative programs such as arts & craft, music, health & fitness
- Assisting clients with mealtimes, personal care and medication
- Accompanying clients on community access, such as social events, recreation or sporting activities
- Supporting clients with transport e.g. using CPA minivan
Requirements
- Available for Friday and Saturday shifts (this is a minimum requirement - there are 30+ hours available if you wish)
- Minimum P2 driver’s license
- Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to support individuals with disabilities to reach their goal
So if you are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities, join us at Cerebral Palsy Alliance Lifestyles.
Important information:
At CPA the safety of our staff and clients is of paramount importance. 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.
Please let us know if you have any pre-existing injuries or illnesses which you are currently seeking, or have sought, medical treatment for which you think may impact your ability to fulfil the inherent requirements of this role. CPA is committed to supporting an inclusive work environment and engaging workers with diverse lived experience. We will happily consider and accommodate reasonable adjustments that may be required to support candidates throughout the recruitment process, and to be successful and safe employees of CPA.
Cerebral Palsy Alliance is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our clients and staff. As such we encourage all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19. Cerebral Palsy Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds, advocates for, and protects therights, wellbeing and safety of people with a disability. We are a child safeorganisation and all workers are responsible to adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.
CPA is a smoke free workplace including in, on and around CPA sites and vehicles.
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