Job description

Choice Support Plus is a Devonport/Burnie-region-based, family-owned & operated support service, which provides services to assist those with a disability in the Devonport, Burnie, Ulverstone, Wynyard, Latrobe, Sheffield & surrounding Communities.

Our services include quality learning and life skills to assist the development of people with disabilities, and to provide support for their families. We provide quality staff to help support participants, whether it be In-home Support or Community participation. Our goal is to help our participants achieve the best quality of life that they can and to put their wants and needs first.

We are looking for like-minded people with good core morals and values, who have a passion for helping others, to join our team.

You will need a current (or be willing to obtain)

  • Drivers license and vehicle – roadworthy & full comprehensive insurance (this is mandatory)
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Working With Vulnerable People Check
  • National Police Check (less than 3 years old)

You will hold a disability qualification at a minimum of certificate III and/or have a minimum of 3 years experience in the industry and/or be prepared to access training.

You will also need to be flexible in your availability and be comfortable with providing personal care if required. Although our positions are casual, we are offering permanent part-time positions to those who demonstrate the capacity and responsibility required to undertake the position on such as basis.

If you would like to work with an approachable, supportive management team within an open-door policy environment, please fill out the application.

Application Form

    First Name*

    Last Name*

    Email Address*

    Phone Number*

    Date of Birth*

    Address*

    WWVP Card - Paid Employment (NDIS Certified)*

    Australian Drivers Licence*

    Current First Aid Certificate*

    Manual Handling Training*

    Medication Certificate*

    Relevant Certificates and Qualifications*

    Police Check (National Police Certificate) – Less than 3 Years Old*

    Do you have prior experience as a disability support worker?*

    Are you available to work split shifts?*

    Resumé Upload*

    Cover Letter Upload

    Availability

    Are you available to work outside your usual hours when required? (e.g. weekends, evenings, public holidays, sleepovers & awake shifts)*

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    Welcome to the first step to becoming a team member of Choice Support Plus.

    Our business is about inspiring and supporting people to be included, independent and in control of their lives.

    This questionnaire is here to help us understand a bit about you and how you can help us do that.

    Why are you interested in working at Choice Support Plus?*

    Tell us, in your words, what do you know about us and what we do?*

    In your words, what do you know about this position? Why do you think it will suit you?*

    Why do you think the disability industry suits you?*

    What motivates you?*

    What frustrates you?*

    Can you tell us a bit about yourself? What are your interests, hobbies etc?*

    Our hours are often flexible depending on our participants needs. How do you think this will fit into your lifestyle?*

    Which statement do you prefer?*

    Tick all that apply, when can you work?*

    How many hours a week would suit you?*

    Explain in your words, what makes you a valued part of a team?Use examples from your experience.*

    If we spoke to your past employer or mentor, which area of your work would they say is your strength and why?*

    Are you able to assist people with domestic duties?Give us an example of what you can do around the house.*

    Are you comfortable providing personal care? Do you have any experience?*

    What are your personal goals in the next 5 years?*

    Are you able to travel for work? How far?*

    Would someone call you reliable? Why or why not?*

    How do you think you will be able to help our business inspire and support people to be included, independent and in control of their lives?*

    Some of our participants have a history of substance abuse.Explain any experiences you have had with this in the past?*

    Have you ever had to deal with mental health or challenging behaviours?Can you give us an example?*

    Do you have any allergies that may prevent you from working in certain environments? E.g. Allergy to pet hair*

    Can you give us an example where you’ve worked (professionally or not) in an independent environment before? What was it and how you dealt with it?*

    Is there anything further you’d like to tell us?