Urgent Hiring: Female Disability Support Worker

2 days ago


Dubbo New South Wales Australia Connecting Families Group Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

URGENT HIRING: FEMALE DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER

Location: Dubbo, New South Wales 2830

Pay Rate: SCHADS Award Level 2.1

Shifts: Weekdays and Week-end


•Morning Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM


•Sleepover Shift: 4:00 PM – 8:00 AM (Next Day)

A Unique Opportunity to Make a Life-Changing Impact

At Connecting Families, we go beyond support — we empower lives. We're currently seeking a dedicated, empathetic, and experienced Female Disability Support Worker to provide one-on-one care to a remarkable individual with complex medical and behavioral needs.

This is more than a job — this is your chance to transform a life through your care, patience, and professional expertise.

About the Client & Your Role

You will be supporting a non-verbal female client with the following diagnoses:


•Schizophrenia


•Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)


•Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)


•Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)


•Stroke History


•Epilepsy

Your role will focus on safety, dignity, and quality of life through high-level, person-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

Non-Verbal Communication:


•Understand and respond to emotional and physical cues


•Monitor and document behavioral changes

Behavioral & Emotional Regulation:


•Use trauma-informed strategies to support de-escalation


•Prevent and respond to instances of aggression or self-harm

Health & Medication Support:


•Administer and monitor prescribed medications


•Recognize health deterioration and escalate as necessary

Mobility & Rehabilitation:


•Assist with transfers, mobility aids, and personal hygiene


•Support rehabilitation activities and independence

Daily Living Support:


•Provide respectful personal care


•Encourage engagement in meaningful routines

Is This You?

We're looking for someone with:

2+ years of hands-on experience in Disability, Aged Care, or NDIS services

Deep understanding of non-verbal communication techniques

Proven crisis management & de-escalation skills

A calm, resilient demeanor in high-stress or emotionally challenging situations

Genuine compassion and patience in all client interactions

Essential Requirements

Certificate III or IV in Disability Support (Highly Preferred)

NDIS Worker Screening Check (current or willing to obtain)

Employee Working with Children Check (NSW)

National Police Clearance (valid within 12 months)

Current First Aid and CPR Certificates

Australian Driver's License + own reliable, insured vehicle

APPLY NOW – CHANGE A LIFE TOMORROW

If you're ready to put your heart and skills into a role that truly matters, then we'd love to hear from you. Join Connecting Families and become a part of a mission that makes a real difference — every single day.

Apply Today. Empower Tomorrow.



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