Disability Support Worker

6 days ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Brighter Access Full time $55,000 - $65,000 per year

About Us: Brighter Access supports people with disability to have choice, opportunity, inclusion and acceptance in their community. We take a person-centred approach to our care and ensure everything we do strongly aligns with our vision, mission, and values.

About the Role: Experience is preferred but not essential — for the right candidate, we offer a fast-tracked pathway from casual to permanent part-time employment. Brighter Access is currently looking for enthusiastic and compassionate Support Workers to join our team in the Maitland, Lake Macquarie and Newcastle areas. In this role, you will provide high-quality care to participants with a range of support needs.

Your responsibilities will include personal care, domestic assistance, and behaviour support, all while helping to create a positive, safe, and empowering environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with personal care tasks, including showering, hoisting, toileting, and continence aids.
  • Provide behaviour support in alignment with participant needs and individual plans.
  • Help with meal planning and preparation to ensure dietary requirements are met.
  • Assist with domestic duties and ensure a clean, safe environment.
  • Support the participant in achieving their goals, promoting independence where possible.

Skills and Experience:

  • Previous experience in personal care and domestic assistance is essential.
  • Experience in behaviour support is preferred.
  • A passion for helping others and making a positive difference in the lives of people with disabilities.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Prior experience with medication administration and hoisting is highly regarded.

What You Will Need

  • NDIS worker screening clearance (or willing to apply)
  • Working with Children Clearance (or willing to apply)
  • Current First Aid
  • Drivers Licence and reliable Insured & registered vehicle

Benefits:

  • Targeted training and professional development
  • Access to salary packaging as we are a not-for-profit NDIS provider
  • Working with well established caring teams of support workers and managers
  • Employee Assistance Program

Sound Like Your Next Chapter?

If you're looking for meaningful work that aligns with your values, and want to be part of a team making a real difference in people's homes, we'd love to hear from you.

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