Disability Support Worker

Multiple permanent full time positions available

Task and Responsibilities

• Provide personalised support and assistance to clients with disability in their homes and community settings, in accordance with their individual needs and support plans.
• Assist clients with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, mobility, and medication support in accordance with relevant procedures and authorised care plans.
• Support clients to maintain their independence, develop daily living skills, and achieve their individual goals.
• Work collaboratively with clients, families, carers, and relevant health and support professionals to deliver appropriate and consistent care.
• Encourage and support clients to participate in social, recreational, educational, and community activities to promote social inclusion and wellbeing.
• Monitor clients’ physical, emotional, and general wellbeing and promptly report any changes, concerns, incidents, or risks to the appropriate supervisor or relevant professional.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, progress notes, incident reports, and other required documentation in accordance with organisational policies and confidentiality requirements.
• Follow individual support plans, workplace procedures, health and safety requirements, infection control practices, and relevant disability support standards.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment that protects each client’s dignity, privacy, choice, and independence.
• Assist with maintaining a clean, safe, and suitable environment for clients and report any hazards or maintenance concerns promptly.

Qualification, experience and skills

• 1–2 years of previous experience working as a Disability Support Worker or in a similar care or support role.
• Sound understanding of disability support, person-centred care (support tailored to the individual’s needs), and the implementation of individual support plans.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive and respectful relationships with clients, families, and colleagues.
• Demonstrated empathy, patience, reliability, and a genuine commitment to supporting people with disability to achieve their individual goals and maintain their independence.
• Relevant qualification such as Certificate III in Individual Support, Certificate III in Disability, or an equivalent recognised qualification.

Pay: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person