Support Worker
Core
Provide high-intensity physical and emotional support to individuals with complex needs, focusing on daily living activities, medication administration, and promoting independence.
Role type
Support Worker (Disability Care)
Builds
Person-centred care plans and safe living environments for participants with complex needs
Domain
Disability care / Aged care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Medication administration, Hoist transfers, Manual handling, Aspiration management, Dysphagia management, Wound care, Mental health support, Daily living assistance
Preferred skills
Leadership experience in aged care or disability care, Clinical knowledge, Understanding of Aged Care and Disability Quality Standards
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Administer medication, Assist with bathing/dressing/feeding, Accompany to appointments, Monitor health conditions, Maintain care records, Perform hoist transfers and safe manual handling
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC