Disability Support Worker

Calling all compassionate **support worker** heroes We're on the hunt for dynamic individuals with empathy, stellar interpersonal skills, and experience working with diverse disabilities and mental health challenges. If you're available to rock day and night shifts from Monday to Sunday, you'll snag a full roster line with us. Join our lively team and be part of something truly rewarding

At **Pursuit United Care,** we're not just a disability support provider - we're a passionate team dedicated to unleashing the potential in every individual we serve With our vibrant culture, innovative approach, and unwavering commitment to making a difference, we're redefining what it means to provide exceptional care. Join us on our mission to empower and uplift, one smile at a time
- **Key roles and responsibilities**_ of a disability support worker working in the **intellectual disability** and mental health sector may include:

- Provide direct support and

assistance to individuals with intellectual disabilities in their daily
activities and routines.
- Assist with personal care tasks

such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, while ensuring dignity
and respect.
- Support individuals in

developing and maintaining independent living skills, including cooking,
cleaning, and managing household tasks.
- Adapt communication methods to

meet the individual's needs, using clear and simple language, visual aids,
or other communication tools as required.
- Assist with accessing community

activities, social events, and recreational opportunities, fostering
social inclusion and community participation.
- Facilitate skill-building

activities and educational opportunities to enhance the individual's
independence and personal development.
- Administer medication and assist

with medical tasks under the direction of healthcare professionals,
ensuring adherence to protocols and safety standards.
- Collaborate with families,

carers, and other support professionals to develop and implement
individualized support plans that meet the individual's goals and
preferences.
- Advocate for the rights and

needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities, promoting inclusion,
equality, and access to opportunities.
- Maintain accurate records and

documentation of support activities, progress, and any incidents or
concerns, ensuring confidentiality and privacy.
- Participate in ongoing training

and professional development to enhance skills and knowledge in
intellectual disability support and best practices.
- Supporting individuals in managing their mental health symptoms, promoting self-care practices, and accessing appropriate mental health services and resources.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals, to coordinate holistic care and support plans.

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

**Salary**: From $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 50 per week

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Fixed shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Public holidays
- Rotating roster
- Shift work

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (required)
- Working with Children Check (required)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (required)
- National Police Certificate (required)
- Driver Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Wattle Grove, WA 6107 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Wattle Grove, WA 6107: Relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person