Direct Care Assistance (DCA), a leading NDIS service provider, is currently seeking an experienced female Disability Support Worker, who is pet-friendly to deliver high-quality care to a complex client based in the Mount Eliza, supporting them with a range of individual needs.
Job Details
* Job Type: Casual
* Work Location: In person (Mount Eliza home environment)
* Shifts: 24/7 shift (regular ongoing shift)
* Pay: From $34.44 per hour
* Start Date: ASAP
Responsibilities
* Provide high-quality personal care support including showering, dressing, toileting, grooming, and continence care.
* Assist the client with transfers and mobility support while following safe manual handling practices.
* Monitor client wellbeing and remain attentive due to high falls and respiratory risk.
* Support the client's daily routines, independence, and community participation.
* Maintain professional, respectful, and person-centred communication at all times.
* Collaborate with the broader care team regarding care plans, risk assessments, incident reporting, and client updates.
* Participate in both in-house and community-based activities.
* Follow organisational policies, procedures, and documentation requirements.
Qualifications
* 1-2 years experience supporting participants with complex physical support needs or high-care requirements.
* Experience supporting clients with respiratory support, epilepsy, or neurological/physical conditions will be highly regarded.
* Confidence in providing full personal care and mobility assistance.
* Strong understanding of safe manual handling and falls prevention practices.
* Compassionate, patient, and qualified approach to support work.
* Excellent communication and observation skills.
* Comfortable working in a home environment with pets.
* Reliable, attentive, and able to respond appropriately in high-risk situations.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* First Aid and CPR certifications (Required).
* Experience dealing with complex health condition clients: 1 year (Required).
Application Questions
* Do you have previous experience supporting clients with high physical support needs and limited mobility?
* Have you previously supported clients with complex health conditions such as epilepsy, osteoporosis, lupus, spinal injuries, or respiratory conditions?
* Are you comfortable working in a home environment with pets?
Benefits
By joining us, you'll contribute to a noble cause with a socially responsible organization. Enjoy competitive compensation, a company vehicle or allowance, career growth opportunities, comprehensive training, and a nurturing work environment where your efforts are recognized and appreciated.
Direct Care Assistance is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
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