Peg Feeding Assistant

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities? We are seeking compassionate and reliable **NDIS Disability Support Staff** to join our team.As a Disability Support Worker, you will provide assistance to individuals with disabilities, helping them live independently and achieve their goals.

**Work location - Guildford, Chester Hill, Bass Hill, Bankstown NSW.**

**We are looking for support workers with Peg Feeding and experience with working with complex clients with Restrictive Practices.**

**About the role**

Heart to Heart Disability is seeking a dedicated and experienced Team Leader OR Senior Support Worker (Disability Sector) to join their organization in Sydney. This role will involve leading and supporting a team of disability support workers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and services to our clients.

**What you'll be doing**
- Work with aggressive and complex clients.
- Provide supervision, coaching and mentoring to support workers to develop their skills and deliver excellent client care.
- Liaise with clients, their families and other stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure service delivery is meeting their expectations
- Maintain detailed records and documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of policies, procedures and best practices within the disability services team
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance service delivery
- Foster a positive team culture and promote a safe, inclusive and collaborative work environment. Provide physical assistance as required. This may include:
a. Assistance with meals

b. Assistance with toileting

c. Transfers/hoisting between toilet, wheelchair, motor vehicle, etc

d. Medical/special procedures where required

e. Administering medication where required

f. Physical assistance to participate in activities

g. Housekeeping duties

**Requirements**:

- **Minimum Qualification**: Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent within Australia IS A MUST
- 1+ year of work experience within the NDIS Sector. (excluding placements)
- Current **First Aid and CPR** certification.
- Current NDIS screening check and WWCC.
- Compassionate, empathetic, and respectful attitude towards people with disabilities.
- Honest, reliable, and committed to work unsupervised in 1:1 environment.
- Strong communication skills in English and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Previous experience in disability support is highly regarded.
- Clean Updated Police Certificate
- Verifiable work referees
- Must possess valid ABN.
- Immediate start would be ideal.

**Desirable**:

- Valid visa with work rights
- Knowledge of disability support practices and NDIS guidelines.
- Experience with complex needs, Peg feeding, Restrictive practices or behavioral support is a plus.

**Why Join Us?**
- Flexible, casual working hours to suit your lifestyle.
- Work with a supportive and dedicated team.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities.
- Competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities.

If you are a dedicated and caring individual who wants to contribute to the well-being and independence of people with disabilities, we would love to hear from you.

**Job Type**: Casual, part time, full time, Immediate Start

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Casual

Pay: $30.00 - $44.28 per hour

**Experience**:

- NDIS support worker: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- NDIS Worker Orientation Module (required)
- Working with Children Check (required)
- First Aid Certification (required)
- NDIS Screener check (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person