Social & Community Access Disability Support Worker
Role:
A Social and Community Access Disability Support Worker provides person-centred support to people with disabilities, helping them access the community, build independence, and achieve their NDIS goals. This role focuses on supporting participants to engage in social, recreational, educational, and daily life activities outside of the home while promoting choice, inclusion, and confidence.
Key ResponsibilitiesCommunity Participation
Support participants to attend social outings, appointments, shopping trips, recreational activities, education, and community events to encourage independence and reduce social isolation.
Transport Assistance
Provide safe and reliable transport to appointments, programs, community activities, and other scheduled supports while ensuring participant comfort and safety. Company vehicles will be provided for this.
Skill Development
Assist participants in developing life skills such as budgeting, shopping, using public transport, communication, time management, and confidence in social settings.
Emotional and Social Support
Build positive and trusting relationships, provide encouragement, companionship, and emotional support to improve participant wellbeing and confidence.
Goal-Focused Support
Work alongside participants to support their individual NDIS goals, encouraging personal growth, independence, and active community involvement.
Behaviour Support
Implement behaviour support plans where required and provide calm, respectful, and consistent support for participants with complex or challenging behaviours.
Safety and Wellbeing
Monitor participant health, safety, and wellbeing during shifts, respond appropriately to incidents or emergencies, and report concerns promptly.
Documentation
Accurately complete shift notes, incident reports, progress updates, and communicate effectively with team members, families, and management.
Other Duties
* Attend staff meetings and ongoing training as required
* Work collaboratively with families, allied health professionals, coordinators, and support teams
* Maintain compliance with NDIS Practice Standards and organisational policies
* Promote participant dignity, choice, privacy, and independence at all times
* Clean vehicle after you use it
* Assist participants with cleaning the area they were in
Key Qualities and Requirements
MUST live within 50km of Traralgon, VIC 3844
* Compassionate, patient, and reliable
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Flexible availability, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and public holidays if required
* Strong understanding of person-centred care
* Commitment to empowering people with disability
* Ability to speak and comprehend English well
* Professional presentation and strong work ethic
Qualifications and Compliance
* Current Driver’s Licence and reliable insured vehicle (essential)
* NDIS Worker Screening Check
* Working With Children Check
* First Aid and CPR Certification
* National Police Check (preferred)
* Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or actively working towards this qualification. We are NOT looking for people with a Certificate IV.
* Experience in disability support, community access, mental health, or similar roles preferred but not essential.
Why Join Us?
I Care Daily Living is a division of I Care Nursing, located in Traralgon. We are a supportive team that genuinely values making a difference in people’s lives. This role offers the opportunity to create meaningful connections, support independence, and help participants live fulfilling and empowered lives within their community.
If you are passionate about helping others and want to make a real impact every day, we would love to hear from you.
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $31.76 – $43.08 per hour
Benefits:
* Referral program
Application Question(s):
* Working towards or have achieved a Certificate III in Individual Support Disability.
Licence/Certification:
* Working with Children Check (Required)
* First Aid Certification (Required)
* CPR Certification (Required)
Work Authorisation:
* Australia (Required)
Location:
* Traralgon VIC 3844 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person