We are seeking Casual Personal Support Workers for Ferguson Lodge in Lidcombe.
Ferguson Lodge has provided community based accommodation and support for people with spinal cord injury since 1979. We provide a home with 24 private rooms for people living with spinal injuries.
We’re looking for people with diverse skills and backgrounds who want to make a difference in someone’s life. Comprehensive on-the-job training, mentoring and peer support are provided to help you succeed in the role.
About the role
As a Personal Support Worker, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred care, including being responsible for:
- Personal care in the form of showering, toileting, dressing, grooming and personal hygiene
- Safe transfers and mobility
- Bladder and bowel care, including insertion of enema
- Domestic assistance by ensuring the home environment is neat and tidy
- Working collaboratively with your team
- Supporting residents with community access activities such as going shopping, navigating public transport, visiting community facilities and more
Important things you should know about the role:
- This is a Casual role
- Must be available Monday to Friday for Morning shifts (6am-10am or 6am-2pm)
- Base hourly rate from $29.90 per hour + 25% Casual Loading
What we’re looking for:
- Friendly and compassionate team player
- Experience in a similar role providing complex personal care to people with a disability
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate
Why Join Forward and BrightSky?
At Forward and BrightSky, your work has purpose. We’re a passionate team driven by a shared vision—to create a brighter, more inclusive future for the spinal cord injury community. When you join us, you’ll experience:
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Meaningful Impact: Be part of a for-purpose organisation where your contributions truly make a difference, supported by leaders and teams aligned with a common goal..
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Great Location: Work from Ferguson Lodge in Lidcombe – well-connected by public transport and offering convenient parking.
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Employee Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Program, offering professional counselling and wellbeing resources for you and your immediate family.
If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for or if you’d like to find out more APPLY NOW!
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Forward Ability Support is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will be required to consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and pre-employment health assessment.
