If you enjoy challenging but rewarding work and share our vision of an inclusive society, we will provide the training, supportive culture, and connections to help you to make the most of this opportunity.We are in need of permanent part-time Direct Support Workers in Townsville and surrounding areas. As a Direct Support Worker, you’ll be an integral part of the lives of people of all ages and backgrounds. You will assist with:Providing support on matters of personal care, including showering, toileting, dressing and moreAdministering medicationsTransferring individuals using hoists and slide sheets, and general assistance with mobilityDomestic duties including cleaning, laundry or meal preparation Community engagement, such as attending doctors appointments, grocery shopping or other social or recreational activities of their choiceNight owls unite: Making magic happen after dark.We are looking for support workers that have availability for active overnights and open availabilityThis role is ideal for people who:CPL provide 24/7 assistance, meaning the more available you are, the more shifts we can potentially offer youAre great communicators dedicated to providing the best service for every personAre even better listeners who can work autonomously, as well as under direction and within a team environmentCalm and confident in all different environments and understand the importance of professional boundariesCan provide personal care with dignity and sensitivity to our clientsBelieve in an inclusive society and value client focus, respect, inclusion, integrity, excellence, and courageAs a team member, you will enjoy the benefits of:An hourly rate based on your industry-related experience and qualificationsAbove award minimum pay level of $26.41/hr at Level 1.1 for those entering the industry Part time PositionPaid industry-leading training provided by health professionals to all employeesAdditional penalty rates for night and weekend shifts (as per the SCHADS Award)Salary packaging benefits for our permanent part-time employeesFlexibility to support your lifestyle and commitmentsSupport and continued professional developmentBefore you commence, you will need:Driver's License and access to own vehicle Current First Aid and CPR certificatesA Blue Card (Working with Children Card)An NDIS Worker Screening Check (Working with Individuals with Disabilities, formerly a Yellow Card)Commitment to infection prevention and control measures including the use of PPE as directedA smartphone with an iOS 13.0 and up operating system or an Android 6.0 and up operating systemCPL are happy to assist in obtaining these necessary checks if you are successful. The CPL Group acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging. We are committed to honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their unique cultural and spiritual relationship to land, water, and seas and their rich contribution to society.Disability Support Worker PD AUD Australia - QLD Townsville & Northern QLD Townsville 4810

Direct Support Worker - Townsville

  • Working within a 24/7 roster in Townsville and surrounding areas
  • Open to experience & those entering the industry, permanent Part time roles
  • CPL workers now covered by the SCHADS award

If you enjoy challenging but rewarding work and share our vision of an inclusive society, we will provide the training, supportive culture, and connections to help you to make the most of this opportunity.

We are in need of permanent part-time Direct Support Workers in Townsville and surrounding areas. 

As a Direct Support Worker, you’ll be an integral part of the lives of people of all ages and backgrounds. You will assist with:

  • Providing support on matters of personal care, including showering, toileting, dressing and more
  • Administering medications
  • Transferring individuals using hoists and slide sheets, and general assistance with mobility
  • Domestic duties including cleaning, laundry or meal preparation 
  • Community engagement, such as attending doctors appointments, grocery shopping or other social or recreational activities of their choice

Night owls unite: Making magic happen after dark.

We are looking for support workers that have availability for active overnights and open availability

This role is ideal for people who:

  • CPL provide 24/7 assistance, meaning the more available you are, the more shifts we can potentially offer you
  • Are great communicators dedicated to providing the best service for every person
  • Are even better listeners who can work autonomously, as well as under direction and within a team environment
  • Calm and confident in all different environments and understand the importance of professional boundaries
  • Can provide personal care with dignity and sensitivity to our clients
  • Believe in an inclusive society and value client focus, respect, inclusion, integrity, excellence, and courage

As a team member, you will enjoy the benefits of:

  • An hourly rate based on your industry-related experience and qualifications
  • Above award minimum pay level of $26.41/hr at Level 1.1 for those entering the industry Part time Position
  • Paid industry-leading training provided by health professionals to all employees
  • Additional penalty rates for night and weekend shifts (as per the SCHADS Award)
  • Salary packaging benefits for our permanent part-time employees
  • Flexibility to support your lifestyle and commitments
  • Support and continued professional development

Before you commence, you will need:

  • Driver's License and access to own vehicle 
  • Current First Aid and CPR certificates
  • A Blue Card (Working with Children Card)
  • An NDIS Worker Screening Check (Working with Individuals with Disabilities, formerly a Yellow Card)
  • Commitment to infection prevention and control measures including the use of PPE as directed
  • A smartphone with an iOS 13.0 and up operating system or an Android 6.0 and up operating system

CPL are happy to assist in obtaining these necessary checks if you are successful. 


The CPL Group acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging. We are committed to honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their unique cultural and spiritual relationship to land, water, and seas and their rich contribution to society.

 

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter. For a confidential discussion, please contact the recruitment team recruitment@cpl.org.au, quoting Ref No. 839897. Do not apply via this email.

 

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