Disability Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Bendigo Goldfields Macedon Ranges, Australia Your Mate Community Services Pty Ltd Full time $55,000 - $70,000 per year

We are seeking a dedicated Female Disability Support Worker to provide compassionate, person-centred care to a young female participant in Macedon. In this role, you will support daily living, promote independence, and help create a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment. This role will suit someone with strong behaviour support skills, patience, and the ability to build trust with both the participant and her family.

About the Role

As a Disability Support Worker, you will play a key role in helping the participant achieve her goals and maintain a safe and supportive environment. You will provide direct care, encourage independence, and follow established support strategies that focus on wellbeing and positive outcomes. This role requires consistency, a calm approach, and the ability to manage challenging situations confidently and respectfully.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide individualised support for the participant, focusing on her daily routines, personal needs, and goals
  • Implement strategies from the participant's Behaviour Support Plan to assist with the management of complex behaviours of concern
  • Engage the participant in activities that promote learning, social interaction, and community participation
  • Assist with meal preparation and provide support during meal times to encourage healthy routines
  • Support the participant with her health needs, including safe and appropriate responses during seizures
  • Build and maintain a positive, respectful, and professional relationship with the participant and her family
  • Maintain accurate and detailed progress notes, incident reports, and other required documentation
  • Work collaboratively with family members and other professionals to ensure care is consistent and aligned with the participant's needs

Essential Criteria

  • Female Disability Support Worker with experience supporting individuals with complex needs
  • Demonstrated experience working with children or young people who require additional support

  • Knowledge and hands-on experience with:

  • Behaviour support strategies

  • Meal preparation and healthy eating routines
  • Supporting individuals with epilepsy, including responding appropriately during seizures
  • Ability to follow individual care plans and maintain consistency in support delivery
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure
  • Reliable, responsible, and able to work both independently and as part of a team

  • Current and valid:

  • Working with Children Check

  • NDIS Worker Screening Check
  • Certificate IV in Disability
  • First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate, or willingness to obtain

What We Offer

  • A supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to build your skills

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