Position Overview
As a Disability Support Worker at Empowering Connection, you will provide high-quality, individualised support to participants with a range of disabilities and support needs. You will work alongside participants to help them achieve their goals, maintain their independence, and build confidence and skills across home, community, and social environments.
Key Responsibilities
•Delivering person-centred supports in accordance with individualised NDIS plans, support agreements, and goals
•Assist with activities of daily living including personal care, domestic tasks, medication prompts, and mealtime assistance
•Support participants to engage in community, recreational, educational, or vocational activities
•Promote empowerment, choice, dignity, and rights of people with disability
•Implement behaviour support strategies (if applicable and within scope of your role)
•Maintain accurate documentation including progress notes, incident reports, and communication logs
•Communicate professionally and respectfully with participants, families, carers, and professionals
•Follow all Empowering Connection policies and procedures including those relating to safety, privacy, and mandatory reporting