Location: Goomburrup – Bunbury WA

Hourly rate starting: $40.69 (plus penalties plus Super plus NFP Salary Packaging)

Hey you!

genU is looking for an experienced Support Workers who can team up with our customers. You will be making a real impact by helping people with disabilities and requiring mental health support, as they make the transition from hospital to home. 

The Employer considers that being female is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 27 (2), (c), (e) and (g) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.

This is a 'Night Awake' position. Please review the roster included to ensure you can work the shifts before applying.

 Roster Pattern - Nights 50PFN - 505248.pdf

What you’ll do

• Support person-centred plans that identify a customer’s life goals and working to achieve them;
• Support customers in daily living skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, showering and toileting and medication administration;
• Ensure positive behaviour support plans are followed; and
• Administration duties and mandatory reporting

What you’ll bring

• Extensive experience in supporting customers with behavioural support plans;
• Extensive experience working with challenging behaviours- essential;
• An understanding and enthusiasm for working alongside people with disabilities;
• Ability to manage complex or difficult situations as they arise with patience and maturity;
• Previous experience with manual handling and medication administration;
• Willingness to assist with personal care experience;
• Cert III in Disability, Individual Support or higher (or working towards one) OR proven experience supporting people living with disability or mental health is essential;
• A valid drivers licence and willingness to use your private vehicle (aligned with genU motor vehicle allowance rebate).

(You’ll also need an NDIS Worker Screening Check and Orientation Module Certificate – but don’t worry, we’ll help guide you through this.)

Why you’ll love working at genU

At genU, our differences make us stronger. We celebrate all kinds of diversity and the unique perspectives each of us brings.

We’re committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and respectful space where everyone feels valued and can thrive.

You’ll also get

• Salary packaging of update to $18,550 tax-free benefits
• Discounts; savings at 450 + retailers including Coles, Woolworths & JB HiFi
• Study scholarship; 25% off undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Torrens University
• Wellbeing support; 24/7 access to holistic employee assistance program
• Referral bonus; bring great people with you and be rewarded.

Ready to make a difference?

You can click apply to complete your application. Don’t wait to apply! We are reviewing applications as they come in.

You can review the position description for this role  HERE

We are committed to ensuring an accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our team at talent@genu.org.au or call 03 5249 6119 (quoting the job title and number).