Disability Support Worker
Core
Assist customers with disabilities to become more independent in their own home and community through personal care, skill development, and community engagement.
Role type
Disability Support Worker
Builds
Personalized support plans and independence for individuals with disabilities
Domain
Disability support and community services
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Personal care (toileting, showering, feeding, dressing), Medication administration, Epilepsy management, Mental health crisis management, Independent living coaching, Community participation facilitation, Handover note writing, Incident reporting, Basic computer skills
Preferred skills
Formal qualifications in Disability or Community Services, First Aid Certificate (HLTAID003), NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
Technologies
Data entry software, Record keeping systems
Responsibilities
Administer medication, Provide personal care, Coach independent living skills, Complete handover notes and incident reports, Facilitate community participation programs, Manage epilepsy episodes
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC