Disability Support Worker
Core
Provide daily support to individuals in Supported Independent Living (SIL) arrangements to help them build independence and achieve personal goals.
Role type
Disability Support Worker
Builds
Supported Independent Living arrangements for individuals with disabilities
Domain
Human Services / Disability Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Manual handling, Positive Behaviour Support, Life skills training, Personal care assistance, Activity planning, Documentation
Preferred skills
Mental Health First Aid, Cert IV in Mental Health, Lived experience with disability
Technologies
Computer systems for documentation
Responsibilities
Maintain personal care and cleanliness of the house, Plan and attend activities or appointments, Assist with skill development for independent living, Support and manage individuals behaviours utilising Positive Behaviour Support Plans, Complete daily case notes, admin tasks and incident reports