About the role

As a supported independent living lifestyle support worker, you will play a vital role in supporting our recipients to live their best life - empowering individuals to build confidence, work towards their goals and improve their mental wellbeing and connect with the community. 

You work one-on-one in the homes and communities of our recipients to support them to live as independently as possible. selectability is currently seeking individuals with experience in supporting high needs recipients. We are looking for motivated applicants who are willing to work shift work, regular sleepovers and weekends. 

A key part of the role is supporting recipients to improve their confidence accessing the community and engaging in activities that will help them achieve their goals. You will also provide transport to and from activities. It could be anything from shopping, going to the gym, attending social events and appointments … to name a few activities! 

About you

To be successful you must: 

• have experience in bowel therapy, catheter care and personal care
• be available for shift work, sleepover shifts and weekends  
• possess clear and effective communication skills 
• demonstrate computer literacy and accuracy in record management 
• experience working in a team environment 
• exhibit an ability to problem solve 
• be able to follow policies and procedures at all times 
• be able to work with culturally and linguistically diverse communities and individuals

Role Requirements

• certificate III in Individual Support/Aged Care/Community Services or equivalent
• a current minimum P1 "C" class Queensland drivers licence 
• a currently registered, roadworthy, and fully comprehensive vehicle 
• current first aid and CPR certificates (or the ability to obtain)
• a Positive Notice Working with Children (blue card) (or the ability to obtain)
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or the ability to obtain)
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module 'Quality, Safety & You'

About the offer

We offer a range of benefits including:

• hourly rate of $43.23 to $44.59 + super
• up to $15,900 FBT salary packaging benefits
• access to fitness passport
• 50% discounted training via our RTO 
• flexible working arrangements 
• career pathways and opportunities for development
• employee assistance program offering confidential counselling support for employees

Applying

If this sounds like you, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you are the best person for this role. 

If you would like more information, please contact selectability's HR team on 07 4453 0100 or by email HRRegions@selectability.com.au

About us

selectability is a not-for-profit charity with a primary focus of improving mental wellbeing and contributing to suicide prevention across regional Queensland.

We believe everyone has the right to access high-quality supports locally and have recently expanded our services to include child safety, and residential aged care in the Lower Gulf.

If you would like to know more, please visit our website.