Disability Support Worker
Core
Deliver person-centred, high-quality in-home and community support to people with disabilities, assisting them to achieve personal goals and live independently.
Role type
Disability Support Worker (casual)
Builds
Personal care plans, community engagement activities, and safe living environments for participants.
Domain
Disability support / Home and Community Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Personal care (grooming, toileting), medication administration, meal preparation, active support principles, manual handling, behaviour support plan implementation, transport assistance, equipment maintenance, case note documentation.
Preferred skills
Compassionate approach, ability to follow complex care plans, safety focus, promoting participant choice.
Technologies
Rostering applications, communication aids, company vehicles.
Responsibilities
Provide daily living support including personal care and medication; promote independence in daily activities; assist with community engagement and transport; support participants with high physical needs or behaviours of concern; maintain communication aids and personal equipment; complete accurate case notes and medical records; foster a safe and respectful environment.
Seniority
Entry-level / Casual