Support worker
Core
Support people with disability to live independently, achieve goals, and participate in the local community through daily living assistance, personal care, and community access.
Role type
Disability Support Worker (Lifestyle & Learning / Supported Independent Living)
Builds
Person-centred support plans and community participation outcomes
Domain
Disability support / Community services
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, community facilitation, NDIS goal support, relationship building, following support plans
Preferred skills
Experience in disability, aged care, mental health, or community services; Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Supporting people to achieve NDIS goals and develop daily living skills; Providing personal care and support according to individual needs; Supporting meal planning, cooking and light household tasks; Facilitating community access, social activities and appointments; Supporting people to build independence, confidence and connections within the community; Following individual support plans and providing person-centred support
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC