Disability Support Worker (TEST)
Core
Provides person-centred support to people with disability, helping them live safely, independently and meaningfully in their homes and communities.
Role type
disability support worker
Builds
daily living skills, community participation, and independence for participants
Domain
social services / disability support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
personal care assistance, household task support, community access facilitation, medication administration, behaviour support, progress documentation, incident reporting, privacy and safeguarding compliance
Preferred skills
manual handling, transport provision, emotional and social support
Technologies
NDIS Worker Screening Check, NDIS Worker Orientation training
Responsibilities
assist with personal care activities (showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility), support household tasks (meal preparation, cleaning, laundry), facilitate community access and appointments, administer medication per policy, encourage development of daily living and social skills, maintain accurate progress notes and incident reports, report changes in wellbeing or suspected abuse, follow behaviour support plans
Seniority
entry-level / support staff