Disability Support Practitioner Lifestyles

LocationSt Ives, NSW, AustraliaAt Cerebral Palsy Alliance, we value diversity, foster an inclusive culture and champion equitable opportunities. We strongly encourage applications from candidates with a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences including people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and the LGBTQIA+ community. Join us and make a positive difference to the lives of people with disabilities, and to grow your career as part of our alliance of great minds. Our shared values are Passionate, Respectful, Ethical, Curious and Courageous.Working for us we can offer you a competitive hourly rate and amazing benefitsAttractive hourly rate + Super + Penalty RatesAutomatic 25% loading on all casual positionsAccess to salary packaging for permanent staffFlexible working hours and shifts across a 24/7 roster to fit in with your lifestyle$100 per year Well-being Allowance that you can use to enhance your wellbeing (eg: purchase sports equipment, have a massage, take a meditation class)Discounted gym membership for you and your family, using Fitness PassportEmployee Assistance Program Paid Employee Referral Bonus Program, where you can be rewarded for referring a friend that joins CPA. And 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. This includes:Specialist training opportunities Buddy shifts with CPA’s experienced Disability Support WorkersOpportunity to complete a nationally recognised qualification such as Certificate III in Individual Support and/or a Certificate IV in Disability. We invest $5,000 in training in your first year We are looking for enthusiastic and proactive people who are keen to share their hobbies, passions, and interests to support clients creatively with art, music and cooking, or sport and other physical activities. Your day may include one on one support, working in group settings in our centre and within the North Shore community. About this role:Supporting clients to build new skills through the delivery of client-centred, innovative programs such as arts & craft, music, health & fitnessAssisting clients at meal times, with personal care needs i.e. feeding, getting dressed and administering medicationCompanion support for community access such as social events, recreation or sporting activitiesUsing CPA minivan to transport clients if applicableAvailability:You need to be available for a minimum of 3 days per week (up to 5 days can be offered) between Monday to Friday 9:30am - 3:30pm.Requirements:A current NSW Driver's Licence (P2 minimum)Live locally to St IvesTriple COVID-19 vaccinatedHow to ApplyPlease click 'Apply' to complete your application. If you have any questions about the role or require any reasonable adjustments to enable you to equitably participate in the recruitment process please contact Camille Rennie on 9975 8745