Disability Support Worker

Western Care Support - Make a Difference in Adelaide

Location: Adelaide, SA
Industry: Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development)
Employment Type: Casual/Vacation
Hourly Rate: $32.08 per hour

Join South Australia's leading Disability Care providers and contribute to a positive impact in the community. We offer a generous salary, flexible shifts (Morning, Afternoon, and Night), ongoing professional development, growth opportunities, and a supportive team environment. Positions are available in Adelaide and surrounding areas.

About the Role:
As a Disability Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in assisting our participants to live life to the fullest. You will deliver high-quality care within clients' homes and Western Care Support SIL homes, ensuring their holistic needs are met. In this integrated team position, you will work within an established framework to support clients in achieving choice, control, and independence in all aspects of their lives. Your responsibilities will include providing personal care, meal preparation, maintaining the home environment, facilitating community access, and promoting overall well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

- Support participants in living the life they choose
- Assist with daily activities, meal preparation, and personal care
- Promote independence and empowerment in all aspects of life
- Support clients' health by managing medication and appointments
- Provide transportation and accompany clients to community activities
- Help clients meet their physical, emotional, and lifestyle needs
- Maintain clients' dignity and independence through personal care
- Follow care plans, document progress, and monitor client assessments

Required Skills and Qualifications:

- Certificate III or IV in Disability
- Valid Driver's License with a registered Vehicle
- Passion for working in the Disability sector with a strong understanding of its dynamics
- Previous experience in a similar role (Disability) is preferred
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Familiarity with Active Support principles
- Availability for split shifts
- Ability to treat all clients with respect, dignity, and compassion
- Proficiency in providing Personal Care and Domestic Care
- Adherence to the Western Care Support Core Values
- Desire to join a mission-based organization focused on caring for others

Schedule:

- 24-hour support with Day, Afternoon, and Evening shifts
- Flexible hours and a rotating roster
- Night shifts with Passive or Active night shifts

**Salary**:

- $32.08 per hour

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $32.08 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 50 per week

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Public holidays
- Rotating roster
- Weekend availability

Licence/Certification:

- Working with Children Check (required)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (required)
- Driver Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person