Disability Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Wheelers Hill, Victoria, Australia Te Cepi Pty Ltd Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

This role focuses on enhancing participant independence, well-being, and social inclusion, while supporting access to the community, transportation, and home-based assistance. The Support Worker tailors services to align with each participant's NDIS plan goals, promoting their autonomy, dignity, and overall quality of life. Be part of an expanding organisation that is looking to make an empowering impact This role is based in VICTORIA.

Role and Responsibilities:

  1. Personal Care & Activities of Daily Living

  2. Dressing, grooming, showering and hygiene needs

  3. Mobility support and assistance moving around the home
  4. Assistance with cooking and meal preparation
  5. Managing bills
  6. Medication reminders (where applicable)

  7. Social & Community Participation

  8. Travel & Transport Assistance

  9. Enhancing Mobility & Independence

  10. Build mobility skills to move independently and achieve daily goals
  11. Attend meetings and medical appointments
  12. Safely run errands, including pharmacy visits and medication pick-ups

  13. Transport participants to social activities, appointments, and essential outings

  14. Household & Daily Tasks

  15. Kitchen & Food Preparation

  16. Cleaning stovetops, benches, fridges, and ovens
  17. Dishwashing and meal preparation
  18. General Cleaning & Sanitization
  19. Laundry and linen care
  20. Light household maintenance

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 1-2 years of experience in disability, aged care, or community services (Preferred for those working independently with complex needs)
  • Experience with personal care tasks, mobility assistance, and household support
  • Proven ability to support individuals in transportation, community access, and independent living skills
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse needs, including people with intellectual, physical, or psychosocial disabilities

Education and Certifications:

  • Certificate III or IV in Disability, Individual Support, Community Services, or a related field (Mandatory for high-quality care delivery)
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check (Must be current and valid
  • First Aid & CPR Certification (HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid & HLTAID009 - Provide CPR, renewed regularly)
  • Manual Handling & Infection Control Training (To ensure safe mobility assistance and hygiene standards)
  • Valid Australian Driver's License & Reliable Vehicle (For transport and community access support, as required by 0120)

Desired, but not required:

  • Diploma in Community Services, Social Work, or Allied Health (Ideal for more complex support needs and career growth potential)
  • Additional Training in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) or Mental Health First Aid
  • Medication Assistance Training (Preferred for supporting medication prompts and administration under supervision)

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