Disability & Child Safety Support Worker
Core
Provide direct care and safety support to individuals with disabilities and children in out-of-home care, focusing on daily living activities, community participation, and emotional wellbeing.
Role type
Direct care support worker (disability & child safety)
Builds
Supported Independent Living arrangements and child safety placements
Domain
Disability services & Child protection
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Personal care, medication administration, community transport, incident reporting, person-centred support, trauma-informed care, behavioural support
Preferred skills
Adaptability, patience, calm under pressure, independent work, written/verbal communication
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Support everyday living activities including personal care and meal preparation; Assist with school, appointments, and community outings; Administer medication per support plans; Respond to behavioural and complex support needs; Complete shift notes, handovers, and incident reports; Work with families and stakeholders to ensure consistent support.
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC