Acquired Injury Support Workers (Smithton)

Make a genuine difference in someone’s life.

We are currently seeking permanent part-time Acquired Injury Support Workers to work with Acquired Injury Community Support clients in Smithton, Tasmania.

This role will suit people who already have the experience in the disability or aged care sector.  You will need to hold Certificate III in Individual Support, or currently working towards one.

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What does a support worker do?

The day-to-day job of a support worker is built around the needs of the person you are supporting.  It is full of variety and can include helping them to carry out daily tasks such as:

  • personal care (showering, grooming and dressing)
  • medication administration
  • meal preparation
  • manual handling
  • transport
  • purchases
  • record keeping and reporting.

It can also include supporting a person to stay connected with their friends, family and the community, learn new skills or pursue their personal interests and hobbies.

What are the minimum requirements?

All Anglicare employees must have the following or will to get:

  • Australian Residency status or valid Australian working rights
  • Current provisional or full Australian Driver’s Licence and an insured, reliable motor vehicle
  • Current Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People registration
  • National Police Check (Working with Vulnerable People registration)

What are some of the job benefits?

  • Generous above award pay rates from $37.85 to $40.05 per hour (permanent rate) + casual loading
  • Penalty rates for weekend shifts
  • A range of rostered shifts available (morning, afternoon and night)
  • On-the-job training provided
  • Rewarding work environment
  • Salary packaging (Anglicare is a not-for profit which means that you can reduce the amount of tax you pay so that you receive more income)
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