Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disabilities? New Haven Farm Home is currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Disability Support Workers to join our team on a casual basis. We're in need of flexible working staff. Initially the role would start as casual and convert to permanent part time following a probation period.
What We’re Looking For:
* Experience in disability or community care (NDIS/residential preferred).
* Competency in personal care, safe manual handling, infection control.
* Strong written communication and accurate documentation skills.
* Confidence with behaviour support plans and de‑escalation.
* Medication training/competency (or willingness to complete).
* Reliable, calm under pressure; values dignity, choice, and human rights.
* Current checks: WWCC, NDIS Worker Screening, First Aid/CPR, driver's license.
* Desirable: Cert III/IV in Disability; mental health experience or passion for industry and willingness to learn
About the Role:
As a Disability Support Worker, your responsibilities will vary depending on the shift and client needs. Duties may include:
o Transporting clients to appointments and community activities
o Supporting clients with daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and general household maintenance
o Providing personal care, including showering, toileting, and dressing
o Administering and assisting with medications
o Supporting clients with behaviours of concern
o Engaging clients in meaningful activities that promote skill development and independence
o Completing administrative tasks such as scanning and renaming documents
Flexibility is essential for success in this role, as is a willingness to work across different sites and adapt to changing needs.
Qualifications:
* CPR and First Aid
* Working With Children Check (WWCC)
* NDIS Worker Screening Check
* Completion of internal training modules as part of induction.
If this sounds like something you're interested in, please make sure to complete all questions as this will ensure the success of your application moving through to the next stage. We are looking for candidates with good availability that can work at least 32 hours per week including at least 1 day on the weekend. Benefits and penalty rates apply.