High Intensity Support Worker (Female)
Core
Provide high-intensity clinical support and personal care for an NDIS participant with complex needs in their home.
Role type
Senior IC disability support worker (high intensity/complex care)
Builds
In-home care plans and daily living support for a single participant
Domain
Disability support / Aged care / Home care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Tracheostomy care, Suctioning, Epilepsy and seizure management, Severe dysphagia and mealtime management, Medication assistance, Manual handling, Behaviour support training
Preferred skills
Experience supporting children or young people with complex needs
Technologies
Ceiling hoists
Responsibilities
Perform tracheostomy care and observation, manage suctioning procedures, assist with medication administration, support mealtime management for severe dysphagia, provide seizure management, operate ceiling hoists and perform safe manual handling, maintain communication with the participant's family regarding routines and preferences
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC