Senior Support Worker

7 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia United For Care Full time

Overview
Senior Support Worker - Vertical Village, Newcastle at United for Care. This Vertical Village supports participants with high physical and complex clinical needs.
What You'll Do
Provide daily living support: personal care, manual handling, medication, PEG feeding, and mobility
Manage high-risk clinical care needs: seizure management, bowel care, midazolam, hoisting, wound care
Support participants using trauma-informed and positive behaviour practices
Work closely with allied health, behaviour support practitioners, and families
Lead by example and coach support workers on shift
Ensure compliance with NDIS standards, care plans, and restrictive practice requirements
Help onboard new team members and foster a strong team culture
Keep accurate shift notes, incident reports, and clinical documentation
About The Role
We're looking for an experienced and committed
Senior Disability Support Worker
to join our team
full-time
in
Swansea, Newcastle
. This Vertical Village supports participants with high physical and complex clinical needs.
You'll provide hands-on support while guiding a team of support workers across shifts. Your leadership will ensure safe, consistent, and person-centred care every day. A
nursing qualification is highly desirable
for this site due to the level of clinical complexity.
About You
Minimum Diploma in Disability, Community Services, or Mental Health (Nursing degree highly desirable)
3+ years' experience in complex care, including high physical and clinical supports
Confident managing hoists, bowel care, PEG feeding, and emergency response
Experience working with people who have mental health conditions, trauma backgrounds, or justice involvement
Calm, proactive, and able to make sound decisions under pressure
Strong understanding of safeguarding, professional boundaries, and person-centred care
Available for 24/7 rotating roster including overnights and weekends
NDIS Worker Screening Check, First Aid Certificate, and valid Driver Licence required
Why Join Us?
Career Progression & Purpose – Grow your skills while making a real impact in disability and mental health support
Next-Gen Workspaces – Be part of cutting-edge smart homes and vertical villages designed for independence and safety
Training That Builds Leaders – Access leadership development, clinical training, and ongoing upskilling programs
Support That Has Your Back – Work with confidence backed by dedicated rostering, clinical, P&C teams
Balance Built In – Enjoy structured rosters or weekday roles, using our automated rostering system designed to suit your availability
Wellbeing First – Free access to a premium EAP to support your mental health
Perks & Recognition – Unlock discounts from major brands and earn generous bonuses through our referral program
If you're passionate about making a real difference and ready to build a rewarding career, apply now and help us empower individuals to live with freedom and choice.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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