Disability Support Worker
Core
Provide individual and group disability support, including personal care, skill development, and community access for customers with disabilities and mental health conditions.
Role type
Disability Support Worker (Individual Supports)
Builds
Personalized support plans and community participation for customers
Domain
Disability services and mental health support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Personal care (toileting, showering, feeding, dressing), medication administration, epilepsy management, mental health crisis management, independent living coaching, community access, incident reporting
Preferred skills
Drivers license with comprehensive insurance, NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, First Aid (HLTAID003), formal disability/community services qualifications
Technologies
Basic computer skills (data entry, record keeping, scanning, printing)
Responsibilities
Assist customers with daily living activities and personal care; guide customers in developing personal interests and independent living skills; administer medication and adhere to support plans; complete handover notes and incident reports; facilitate community participation and recreational activities; manage mental health crises and epilepsy episodes
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC