Disability Support Worker –Complex Mental Health
Core
Provide person-centred disability support to an individual with complex mental health needs (PTSD, behaviours of concern) in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) home, focusing on safety, independence, and daily living.
Role type
Disability Support Worker (SIL)
Builds
Supported Independent Living arrangements for participants with complex needs
Domain
Disability services / Mental health / NDIS
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Trauma-informed care, Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), de-escalation of verbal/physical aggression, personal care assistance, household task support, incident reporting, medication administration
Preferred skills
Certificate III/IV in Individual Support or related field, experience in SIL environments, experience implementing PBS strategies
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Provide personal care (hygiene, grooming, daily living), support household tasks (meals, cleaning, laundry), implement support plans and behaviour strategies, encourage independence and community participation, maintain documentation and incident reports, respond to challenging situations calmly
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC