Disability Support Worker

7 days ago

Goonellabah, Australia Elite Care Nursing Agency Full time

**Seeking Support Workers| Trauma-Informed Dementia Care | Goonellabah, NSW**

We are seeking highly skilled and compassionate Support Workers to provide specialised, one-on-one care for a client in Goonellabah, NSW. This is a truly rewarding role for an experienced professional looking to make a significant difference in a client's life.
Our client requires consistent support with daily living, community engagement and emotional regulation within a safe, trauma-informed environment.
Your key responsibilities will be:

- Provide person-centred support tailored to the challenges of dementia, including assisting with memory, routine and communication.
- Actively support and motivate the client to engage in safe, low-stress community outings and activities in Goonellabah and the surrounding Lismore area.
- Provide respectful, dignified assistance with all activities of daily living (showering, dressing, grooming, and hygiene).
- Maintain accurate, timely, and objective progress notes and incident reports.
- Utilise effective communication and de-escalation strategies during periods of distress.

Essential Criteria:

- 1. Minimum 1 year experience supporting clients with complex needs and/or dementia.
- 3. Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Aged Care, Disability) or equivalent.
- 4. Current First Aid and CPR Certification.
- 5. Current Australian Driver’s Licence and reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle.
- 6. Successful Police Check/NDIS Worker Screening Check.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $40.00 - $58.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 38 per week

Work Location: In person

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