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Disability Support Worker

Newcastle, New South WalesFull-time2026-10-09 → 2026-10-22

Core

Providing personalized care and support to individuals with intellectual and psychosocial disabilities, focusing on capacity building and independent living skills.

Role type

Disability Support Worker

Builds

Personalized care plans and therapeutic activities

Domain

Disability support / Community services

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Personal care assistance, meal preparation, emotional support, therapeutic program implementation, documentation, policy adherence, positive behaviour support, First Aid certification, driving

Preferred skills

Experience with complex needs, patience, empathy, person-centred care approach

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Assisting clients with daily living activities, implementing therapeutic programs, providing emotional support, documenting client progress, collaborating with care teams, adhering to regulatory requirements