Disability Support Worker

2 weeks ago


Sydney Eastern Suburbs, Australia Someone To Care Full time

A disability support worker plays a pivotal role in delivering compassionate care, assistance, and support to individuals living with disabilities. Their objective is to empower individuals with disabilities, fostering increased independence, enhancing their overall quality of life, and promoting active engagement within their communities.

**RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES**:

- Provide hands-on personal care based on individual client needs, including assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and medication management.
- Foster meaningful connections with clients through active listening, companionship, and empathy, promoting mental and emotional well-being.
- Conduct regular assessments of clients' needs and progress, maintaining accurate records and promptly reporting any changes or concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
- Encourage and support clients in developing and maintaining their independence and self-confidence by offering guidance and assistance as needed.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of clients at all times, following established safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Maintain participant health records and documentation according to Someone to Care’s policies.
- Assist clients with various household tasks, such as meal preparation, cleaning, and laundry, to ensure a safe and comfortable living environment.
- Helping with household chores, such as cooking, laundry and cleaning.

**Knowledge and skills**
- A compassionate and patient demeanor.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Physically able to carry out the duties required by the role.
- The ability to build and maintain rapport with participants

**Mandatory Requirements**:

- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- Latest Police Check
- Right to Work proof
- Driver's License and reliable car to use for work

If you are someone who is caring, reliable, and dedicated to supporting participants with special needs, we would love to hear from you

**How to Apply**:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you would be a great fit for this role.

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

Pay: $33.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 15 per week

**Benefits**:

- Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person



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