Aged & Disability Support - Disability Care Support Services Pty Ltd

Disability Care Support Services Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Disability Care Support Services Pty Ltd is currently recruiting for a full-time Disability Care Worker to provide personalised in-home and community-based care. The role includes mobility support, personal care, meal preparation, medication assistance, and companionship to improve client wellbeing in alignment with individual care plans.

You will work as part of a care team, follow safety and infection control guidelines, and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Disability is required.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Manual Handling training for safe mobility and transfers.
• National Police Check must be satisfactory and current.
• WWCC clearance where required.
• Australian driver’s licence required for transport and access.
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module completed (Quality, Safety and You).
• Infection prevention and control training completed.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with mobility and physical support, including safe transfers and use of walking aids.
• Provide personal care and hygiene support (bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing).
• Offer companionship and emotional support to promote wellbeing and independence.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals according to care plans and dietary needs.
• Undertake light household duties to maintain a clean and safe living environment.
• Support daily living activities and encourage independence.
• Organise and accompany clients to social outings, community events and appointments.
• Encourage participation in hobbies and community programs for inclusion.
• Assist with grocery shopping and daily errands.
• Support with collecting prescriptions and healthcare appointments.
• Monitor wellbeing and report concerns to supervisor or healthcare professional.
• Follow individual support plans, safety guidelines, and organisational policies.
• Maintain accurate service records and incident reporting.
• Where required, provide live-in support and ongoing supervision per care needs.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate approach

Patient demeanor

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Confidentiality & privacy

Respectful care

Education

Certificate III in Disability

First Aid and CPR Certificate

Manual Handling Training Certificate

National Police Check

Working with Children Check

Full Driver's Licence

NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate

Infection Prevention and Control Training Certificate

Job description

Disability Care Support Services is a NDIS provider focused on enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. Offering personalized care plans, they provide services such as personal assistance, household support, community activities, transport, and therapy to help clients achieve their goals. Currently, there is a vacancy for a full-time Disability Care Worker.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist clients with mobility and physical support, including safe transfers, use of walking aids, and transportation to appointments and activities.
• Provide assistance with personal care and hygiene, including bathing, showering, grooming, toileting, dressing, and maintaining personal cleanliness.
• Offer companionship, emotional support, and social interaction to promote clients' mental wellbeing, independence, and quality of life.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals in accordance with clients' dietary requirements, preferences, and individual care plans.
• Undertake light household duties, including vacuuming, laundry, general cleaning, and maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment.
• Support clients with daily living activities and routines while encouraging independence and personal choice.
• Organise and accompany clients to social outings, recreational activities, community events, and medical appointments.
• Encourage clients to participate in hobbies, community programs, and social activities to promote inclusion and engagement.
• Assist with grocery shopping, purchasing household essentials, and other daily errands.
• Support clients with collecting prescriptions, attending healthcare appointments, and accessing essential community services.
• Monitor clients' general wellbeing and report any concerns or changes in their condition to the appropriate supervisor or healthcare professional.
• Follow individual support plans, workplace health and safety procedures, infection control guidelines, and organisational policies.
• Maintain accurate records of services provided, daily activities, and any incidents or concerns.
• Where required, provide live-in support, ongoing assistance, and supervision to clients in accordance with their individual care needs and agreed support arrangements.

Required Qualifications, Certifications and Checks

• 1. Certificate III in Disability
• 2. First Aid and CPR Certificate – Current certification in providing first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• 3. Manual Handling Training Certificate – Training in safe manual handling techniques, including assisting clients with mobility and transfers.
• 4. National Police Check – A satisfactory and current National Police Check.
• 5. Working with Children Check (WWCC) – A valid clearance where the position involves working with children.
• 6. Full Driver's Licence – A current and valid Australian driver's licence to assist with client transportation and community access.
• 7. NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate – Successful completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module, Quality, Safety and You. Website: https://training.ndiscommission.gov.au
• 8. Infection Prevention and Control Training Certificate – Completion of Supporting People to Stay Infection Free training. Website: https://teamdsc.com.au/learning/supporting-people-to-stay-infection-free

Additional Skills and Attributes

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient, respectful, and professional approach to supporting people with disabilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a care team.
• Understanding of client confidentiality, privacy, dignity, and individual rights.
• Ability to follow individual support plans and workplace safety procedures.
• Commitment to promoting independence, inclusion, and the wellbeing of people with disabilities.

Location

Gepps Cross SA 5094

Salary

$70,000 - $78,000 plus super

Only eligible and short-listed candidates will be considered.