Disability Support Worker

2 days ago

Shepparton, Australia Kangaroo Care Full time

**Job Title**: Disability Support Worker

**Location**: Shepparton, VIC

**Employment Type**: Casual

**About Us**:
**Kangaroo Car**e provides a range of NDIS services designed to support people with complex mental health needs and disabilities. We provide a streamlined support system and help our clients thrive in the community.

**About the Role**

We are seeking a **calm, compassionate and experienced Disability Support Worker** to support a **non-verbal male participant** with **Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)** and **Intellectual Disability**, who may display **aggressive behaviours**

**Key Responsibilities**
- **Community access** (e.g. local walks, activities, appointments)
- **Routine-based care and companionship**:

- **Managing behaviours of concern** using a positive behaviour support approach
- Follow an established behaviour support plan with guidance from family and allied health professionals
- Build trust through calm, consistent, and non-verbal communication techniques
- Provide **personal care assistance** while ensuring dignity and comfort.
- Monitor and respond to **occasional seizures** according to the participant’s care plan.
- Maintain accurate records and report any concerns to the relevant team members.

**Requirements**:

- Experienced in working with **ASD, intellectual disability**, and **non-verbal communication**:

- Skilled in **positive behaviour support** and **de-escalation** strategies
- Emotionally resilient, patient, and reliable
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- First Aid & CPR
- Valid driver’s licence

**Why Join Us?**
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Supportive team and work environment.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life.

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and have the skills and resilience to support a high-risk participant, we’d love to hear from you

**How to Apply**:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for this role

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $36.10 - $38.10 per hour

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

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