We are looking for compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as **Disability Support Workers**. If you have experience working with NDIS participants and are passionate about making a difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you
We have casual shifts available, offering award rates with ongoing shift availability.
**Disability Support Worker Wanted - Goal-Oriented & Affirming** An NDIS participant with PTSD is seeking a compassionate and skilled Disability Support Worker in [Location]. This role is ideal for someone who is either pursuing or has completed a degree in **Law, Psychology, or Social Science** and has a strong background in disability support work.
**About You**:
Autism-affirming & queer-affirming
Lived experience with mental health/Autism/ADHD
Experienced in disability support work
Goal-oriented and motivated to support independence
Fun & sociable, but focused on producing positive outcomes
Willing to work within a team
Pursuing a **Bachelor's degree in either Law/Social Science/Medicine** or having completed tertiary education
**The Role Includes**:
- Providing practical and emotional support tailored to the participant's needs
- Assisting with daily living tasks including personal care, meal planning & prep, and domestic assistance
- Supporting the participant in achieving personal and professional goals
- Creating a safe and affirming environment
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about disability advocacy and empowerment. Hours and rates are negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
**About the Role**: You will provide in-home support for a person in their 50s living with a complex disability, requiring **two support workers per shift** as needed.
**Job Tasks and Responsibilities**: For the right applicant, **weekly hours can range from 9 to 40 hours** across a **24-hour roster**. Shifts include daytime, weekday, and overnight work. We can offer flexible arrangements to accommodate existing commitments but require a **genuine commitment and exceptional reliability** once a roster is agreed upon.
Responsibilities include:
- Personal care (bed bathing, toileting, and hygiene assistance)
- Assistance with community access and recreational activities
- Manual handling, including the use of wheelchairs and hoists
- Transportation and social engagement
- Light domestic duties such as meal preparation and cleaning
**Eligibility Criteria**:
- No experience required
- A relevant qualification in Disability, Aged Care, or Individual Support is required
- Two professional, industry-related reference checks
- Willingness to provide or obtain an **NDIS Worker Screening Check**:
- Must hold or be willing to obtain a **First Aid (HLTAID003 or HLTAID004) and CPR (HLTAID001) certificate**:
- Manual Handling & Medication Administration Certificate highly regarded
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- Which of the following statements best describes your Covid-19 vaccination status?
- Do you have a current **NDIS Worker Screening Check**?
- Do you own or have regular access to a car?
- How many hours are you available to work per week?
- What is your current suburb and postcode?
- Have you had experience with **mental health and complex behaviors**?
- How many years of experience do you have as a **Disability Support Worker**?
**Job Types**: Casual, Part-time **Part-time hours**: Up to 40 per week **Pay**: $39.00 - $53.00 per hour depending on experience
**Schedule**:
- 12-hour shift
- 8-hour shift
- Day shift
- Flexible hours
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Rotating roster
- Shift work
- Weekend availability
**Supplementary Pay**:
- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates
**Required Licences/Certifications**:
- Certificate IV in Disability or an equivalent qualification (mandatory)
- First Aid Certification (mandatory)
- National Police Certificate (mandatory)
- Driver's Licence
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (mandatory)
- NDIS Orientation Module (mandatory)
Pay: Up to $53.02 per hour
Expected hours: 9 - 40 per week
Schedule:
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Rotating roster
- Shift work
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected Start Date: 04/03/2025