Disability Support Practitioner

About the role

Support adults living in CPA group homes to lead rich, independent, and empowered lives. Recruitment will be focused on the Newcastle region and will include a number of opportunities in our SIL houses in the West Wallsend, Wallsend, and Lambton areas. 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

Requirements

• 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
• 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 .
• CPA is a smoke free workplace including in, on and around CPA sites and vehicles.
• How to Apply
• Please click 'Apply' to complete your application.

Benefits

Additional Information

Location Wallsend, NSW, Australia 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 Newcastle Region and experience the satisfaction of supporting your clients to overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and thrive in a supportive environment. These positions include both in-home & community support where you'll have the opportunity to directly engage with clients and help them to build independence through working towards individual goals.

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