Disability Support Worker

1 day ago

Fairfield, Australia AIVA Healthcare Full time

Title: Disability Support Worker

Job Summary:The Disability Support Worker provides person-centered support to individuals with disabilities, promoting independence, well-being, and quality of life. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, personal care, mobility, communication, and other needs, while adhering to ethical guidelines and legal requirements. Key Responsibilities:

- **Personal Care**: Assist with personal hygiene, dressing, toileting, and other personal care needs.
- **Mobility and Transfers**: Support individuals with mobility, transfers, and using assistive devices.
- **Communication**: Facilitate communication between individuals, family members, and other professionals.
- **Daily Living Activities**: Assist with meal preparation, shopping, household tasks, and other daily activities.
- **Skill Development**: Encourage and support the development of new skills and interests.
- **Care Planning**: Participate in the development and implementation of individual care plans.
- **Record Keeping**: Maintain accurate records of support provided, observations, and any relevant incidents.
- **Safety**: Ensure a safe and supportive environment for individuals, adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- **Duty of Care**: Maintain a duty of care to the individuals you support.
- **Reporting**: Report any concerns or changes in an individual's condition or behavior to the appropriate personnel.
- **Teamwork**: Collaborate effectively with other staff members, family members, and other professionals.

Qualifications and Skills:

- **Essential**:

- Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home & Community, or Disability) And/or Certificate IV in Disability
- First Aid and CPR certification.
- NDIS Workers orientation Module Certificate & Associated NDIS Certifications
- Covid-19 Infection Control Training Certificates
- WWCC (Working with Children Check)
- NDIS Screening Number and/or Police Check certificate
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
- Ability to follow instructions and adhere to policies and procedures.
- **Desirable**:

- Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
- Knowledge of specific disability types and support needs.
- Ability to administer medications (with appropriate training).
- Experience with behavior support plans.
- Valid driver's license

To Apply:

- Please Share some experience you may have had in the disability/aged care or NDIS Field
- Please Share if you speak additional languages

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Subcontract, Casual, Contract, Graduate

Pay: $27.00 - $45.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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