Disability Support Worker
Core
Provide person-centred, individualised support to people living with disabilities, focusing on Community Access Supports (CAS) and Supported Independent Living (SIL) to promote independence and dignity.
Role type
Disability Support Worker (Casual)
Builds
Community access, supported independent living arrangements, and daily living support for participants.
Domain
Community Services & Development / Disability Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
patience, resilience, ability to remain calm under pressure, ability to transport participants, household task management, shift note documentation, incident reporting, NDIS plan goal support
Preferred skills
Certificate III in Individual Support or Community Services, experience with complex/high-intensity needs, Positive Behaviour Support strategies, experience with SIL
Technologies
NDIS plans, Yellow Card, Blue Card
Responsibilities
Provide Community Access Supports (CAS) to participants, assist with daily living activities and personal support, build positive professional relationships with participants, support attendance at appointments and community outings, assist with shopping and recreational activities, complete household tasks (cleaning, laundry, meal prep), maintain safe home environment, complete shift notes and incident reports, provide support during active night shifts
Seniority
Casual, entry-level to mid-level (training provided)