Disability Support Worker

3 days ago

Newcastle, Australia Aequalis Disability Services Full time

**Experienced Disability Support Worker - Complex Needs & Challenging Behaviours**

Great rates - SCHADS Award + penalties + salary packaging options

**Make a meaningful impact every day.**

Are you a compassionate, resilient, and experienced Disability Support Worker looking for your next challenge? We are seeking dedicated professionals to join our team in supporting individuals with **high and complex support needs**, including **challenging behaviours**.

**About the Role**

As an **Experienced Disability Support Worker**, you will work closely with people living with disability to provide safe, person-centred, and empowering support. You'll work in home, community, and supported living environments, helping individuals build independence, develop life skills, and achieve their personal goals.

**What You’ll Be Doing**
- Providing respectful, responsive, and proactive support to individuals with complex behavioural and/or mental health needs.
- Implementing **Positive Behaviour Support Plans (PBSPs)** and reporting behavioural observations accurately.
- Supporting participants with personal care, medication, mealtime management, and daily living tasks.
- Facilitating community engagement and participation.
- Maintaining accurate documentation and incident reporting in line with NDIS and organisational policies.
- Working collaboratively with families, guardians, and allied health professionals.

**What We’re Looking For**
- **Minimum 1-2 years’ experience** in disability or mental health support or equivalent.
- A relevant qualification such as **Cert III or IV in Disability, Individual Support, or Mental Health** or equivalent preferred.
- Confidence and skills in managing behaviours of concern and implementing PBS strategies.
- Excellent communication, de-escalation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
- Strong commitment to NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework.
- **Essential Requirements**:

- NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- National Criminal Record Check.
- Valid Driver’s Licence.
- First Aid & CPR Certificate or willingness to obtain prior to start at own cost.

**What We Offer**
- A supportive team culture with ongoing training and development.
- Flexible shifts and rostering to suit your lifestyle.
- Opportunities for career progression and leadership pathways.
- 24/7 on-call support and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $43.22 - $47.17 per hour

Work Location: In person

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