Disability Support Worker

23 hours ago

Wollongong, Australia Hope and Wellbeing Care Services Full time

Hope and Wellbeing are looking for a Disability Support Worker that will provide high-quality care and assistance to individuals with disabilities, ensuring their safety, well-being, and participation in daily life.
- Assist clients with personal hygiene, dressing, and grooming.
- Support mobility, including lifting, transferring, and using mobility aids.
- Administer medications under supervision.
- Provide meal preparation and feeding assistance.
- Support clients with household tasks such as cleaning and laundry.
- Accompany clients to appointments and community activities.
- Encourage engagement in social and recreational activities.
- Assist with developing independence and life skills.
- Provide companionship and emotional support.
- Follow NDIS and workplace health and safety (WHS) guidelines.
- Monitor and report changes in client health and well-being.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of client care.
- Work collaboratively with families, healthcare professionals, and support teams.
- Follow care plans tailored to individual client needs.
- Uphold confidentiality and ethical care practices.
- Experience: Prior experience in disability, aged care, or community support is desirable
- Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Compliance: Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check, Working with Children Check, First Aid & CPR certification, Covid 19 certificate, Infection Control Certificate, Assist Client with Medication Training Certificate, Car Registration, Comprehensive Car Insurance.
- Facilitating Community Inclusion: Enabling participants to engage in community activities, pursue their interests, and build social connections.
- Providing Person-Centered Support: Tailoring support to individual needs and preferences, respecting autonomy and promoting self-determination.
- Developing Social Skills: Supporting individuals to develop and practice social skills.
- Being a Trusted Confidant: Being a person that participants can trust and depend on.
- Driving Positive Change: Contributing to a team that is passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities.

Pay is based on the SCHADS award, relevant to your experience and the standard of care you are able to provide and dependent upon time of day/day of week.

Hope and Wellbeing aims to deliver the highest possible quality care and are looking for people who want to be part of a team that has a growing reputation for service excellence.

$31.46-$46.59

15-20 hours per week

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $31.46 - $46.59 per hour

Expected hours: 18 per week

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Weekend availability

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 05/05/2025
Expected Start Date: 05/05/2025

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