Disability Support Worker (Casual), Sunbury area

We Rise Community Services is a registered NDIS provider. We’re looking for a compassionate, patient and reliable Disability Support Worker to join a small, consistent team supporting a young adult in the Sunbury area. The participant takes time to build trust, so we’re looking for someone who can build a genuine connection and stay for the long term.

Your responsibilities

• Provide daily living support in a respectful and professional way
• Assist with personal care, grooming, hygiene, dressing and mobility, as needed
• Support household tasks such as meal preparation, cleaning and laundry
• Support community access, such as shopping, appointments, social outings and recreational activities
• Follow a consistent routine and engagement approach shared by the whole team
• Encourage independence, confidence and skill development in line with the participant’s goals
• Build positive relationships with the participant and her family
• Keep accurate progress notes, incident reports and documentation
• Follow NDIS guidelines, workplace policies and duty of care responsibilities
• Protect the participant’s dignity, privacy and confidentiality at all times

About the role

• Casual, with 2 to 3 shifts per week, including sleepovers
• Shifts start short and build up gradually as the participant gets to know you
• You’ll introduce yourself with an “About Me” profile, so we match you with shared interests
• You’ll be supported by a dedicated Team Leader, an Operations Manager and an on-call team

What you’ll need

• Experience supporting young adults with intellectual disability (disability support, community services or similar)
• A current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to apply)
• A current First Aid and CPR certificate
• A Working With Children Check
• A driver’s licence and a reliable car with comprehensive insurance
• Strong, clear communication, and comfort with direct feedback from the participant and her family
• Resilience, a positive attitude and a good sense of humour
• The physical fitness and manual handling skills for a role that includes hands-on support

Desirable

• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability or a related field
• Experience with behaviours of concern or anxiety
• Medication administration training

What we offer

• Paid in line with the SCHADS award, including a sleepover allowance
• A supportive team and ongoing training
• The chance to make a real difference to someone’s life

How to apply

Send your resume through Indeed, and let us know your availability and any work restrictions, such as a cap on your work hours.

Pay: $34.44 — $46.70 per hour

Work Location: In person

Source: simplyhired.com.au · Ref: 6ae009bae96fa7625cc29419