Disability Support Worker

4 days ago


Hawthorn, South Australia Drake International Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

About Us

Drake Medox continues to be one of Australia's most recognised and esteemed providers of complex homecare services. Our team of registered nurses and support workers provides quality homecare support to families and individuals who require all levels of support at home or in the community. Our philosophy is simple; the right support makes all the difference allowing each of our clients to truly live their best life. If you'd like to join our team and make a difference in someone's life, we are currently recruiting for Disability Support Worker role in and around Hawthorn.

Your benefits

We truly value each team member, and our commitment is to create a working environment where you can thrive and succeed in your role as a Disability Support Worker. We understand the importance of having great work perks available to reward and recognise our amazing care teams. We can offer you:

  • Monthly rosters
  • Paid training
  • Above award pay rates
  • Weekly pay
  • Work-life balance with flexible hours
  • Recognition program
  • Referral program
  • Regular shifts
  • Dedicated team
  • Team events
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee wellbeing initiatives and more

About the Role

We have an exciting and rewarding support opportunity for Disability Support Workers. Located in and around Hawthorn, you will be part of the care team to support clients with different disabilities ranging from Acquired Brain Injury(ABI), Spinal Cord injury, Complex behaviours, etc . Due to the nature and complexity of the client's needs, you will need to have relevant disability experience. An extensive onboarding program will be provided with buddy shifts to help you with your transition.

The right candidates will have flexible availability and cover any gaps when they occur.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Manual handling
  • Personal care
  • Continence Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Assist with meal preparation
  • Deliver true and authentic companionship to the client
  • Champion the client to achieve their set goals for the day
  • Assist and support the client in the home and out in the community

About You

  • Previous disability experience (minimum 2 years)
  • Manual handling Experience (Mandatory)
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check (Mandatory)
  • Current CPR and First Aid certificates (Essential)
  • Proof of your right to work in Australia

We are also looking for someone with great communication skills, who works well in a team, has a caring and supportive nature, and is client focused.

Skills and Experience

  • First Aid and CPR certificate - (Essential)
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check - (Essential)
  • Certificate III or IV in Disability, Individual Support, or relevant qualification - (Essential)
  • Nationally Accredited Manual Handling and Medication Certificate (Essential)
  • NDIS worker orientation module - (Essential)
  • Minimum 2 years' experience as Disability Support Worker (preferred)
  • Prior experience working with Spinal Cord injured clients (preferred)

If this position sounds like you, please click apply now for this role.

You can also find out more about us via our website

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Drake, we are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and equity. While our journey is ongoing, our shared goal is to create an environment where every individual is respected and valued. We are a community that recognises the strength of diversity.

Right to Work

The above position is open only to applicants who have a current right to work in Australia. Applicants who do not have a current right to work In Australia will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.



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