Female Disability Support Worker (Urgent)
Core
Provide specialized in-home support to a young person with complex health, behavioral, and cognitive needs, focusing on safety, daily living activities, and de-escalation.
Role type
Disability Support Worker (Direct Care)
Builds
Personalized care plans and daily support routines for a single client
Domain
Disability support / Aged care / Mental health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
De-escalation, trauma-informed care, medication administration, personal care, mobility assistance, record keeping, crisis management
Preferred skills
Trauma-Informed Care certification, high personal care experience
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Supervise and motivate the client for mobility exercises; Support healthy meal preparation and ensure adherence to a balanced menu; Assist with medication compliance and household tasks; Maintain a consistent sleep schedule and encourage calming activities; Engage in meaningful conversations and build rapport; Promote daily personal hygiene and reinforce its importance; Monitor bowel health and ensure medication compliance for constipation; Maintain accurate records to ensure high standards of care.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC