Careers at Byron Respite
Are you ready to leverage your skills and experience to give back to the community and make a meaningful impact on people’s lives?
Work for Us
- Do you have your Certificate III in Individualised Support?
- Do you love spending time with the most important people in our communities?
- Would you like to build quality relationships every day and support older people to remain in their own homes through our local day programs and social activities?
Are you ready to leverage your skills and experiences to give back to the community and make a meaningful impact on people’s lives? We’re currently seeking Support Workers to join us at Byron Shire Respite Service.
This varied and highly rewarding role provides much-needed respite for carers and ensures that no two days are the same. Your responsibilities will include:
- Helping our clients live independently in their homes by assisting them with personal care, showering, dressing and grooming
- Assisting clients to access their community, including transport to appointments, shopping, and social interaction.
- Engaging clients in joyful, social, and cognitively stimulating activities both in the community, and at our day-respite programs in Brunswick Heads and Lennox Head. Our client activities and therapies include live music, singing, dancing, art, playing bingo, and creating life story books, and so much more.
What We Offer
At Byron Shire Respite Service, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, flexible, and friendly work environment. Amongst other benefits, our team enjoys:
- A Employee Assistance Program and salary packaging
- A travel allowance to ease commuting costs
- A mobile phone allowance
- Ongoing training and staff development, offering numerous opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
Byron Shire Respite Service is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds and ages, with various interests and a wide range of life experiences. Please email caremanager@byronrespite.com.au for more information.
"The best job in the world” – Leigh’s Story
Leigh loves every aspect of her role at Byron Shire Respite Service as a member of our support staff. Reflecting on her experience, she shares, “If you love your job, you’ll never work a day in your life! So, I guess I haven’t really worked at all.“
Having lived in the Byron and Tweed Shires most of her life, Leigh feels a deep connection to the local community. “This connection helps me provide personcentred care, making our clients and their carers feel supported, safe, and valued.“
Leigh cherishes the time spent with clients, whether one-on-one or at the centres in Brunswick Heads and Lennox Head. “I love hearing stories of their past, and just listening to them can make all the difference in their day,” she says. Wednesdays with Indigenous Elders at Lennox Head are especially meaningful for Leigh”. “Their stories and traditions fill me with respect and gratitude.“
One of Leigh’s favorite moments is singing and dancing with clients. “Seeing the delight in their eyes when songs from their eras play almost brings tears to mine.”
Leigh believes Byron Respite staff share the same values and goals. “We’re united in providing care to the most treasured members of our community. I’m excited to be part of this amazing service for many years to come.”
- celebrating life
- integrity
- creativity
- connection
- being present
- diversity
Work Placement
- Are you a student seeking a work placement for your TAFE/VET Certificate, or looking for experience in the Community Services sector?
- Or a teacher/trainer looking for a supportive organisation to place your students?
Are you a student seeking a work placement for your TAFE/VET Certificate, or looking for experience in the Community Services sector? Or a teacher/trainer looking for a supportive organisation to place your students?
Byron Shire Respite Service values the combination of education and practical work experience. In fact, members of our staff started their careers in the community sector through work placements with us. We provide a supportive and educational environment, allowing students to apply their classroom skills in a real-world setting.
If you are interested in conducting a work placement with us, or want more information about our program, please contact caremanager@byronrespite.com.au.
