Casual NDIS Support Worker

OAMS; Orange City Council; Hybrid; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Orange Aboriginal Medical Service (OAMS) is seeking passionate Casual NDIS Support Workers to join our team. You will provide person-centred support enabling participants to achieve goals, build independence, and live fulfilled lives in their communities.

This casual role offers flexibility across homes and community settings. As a Disability Support Worker, you will assist with personal care, daily living tasks, transportation, and participation in community activities while upholding dignity

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Ageing, Disability or Community Services or equivalent.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check and WWCC are required.
• First Aid and CPR certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred supports in line with participant goals and support plans.
• Assist participants with personal care and daily living activities.
• Support community access, social participation, and appointments.
• Maintain progress notes and documentation.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Reliability & accountability

Time management

Independence & teamwork

Education

Certificate III/IV in Individual Support, Disability, Community Services or equivalent

Tools

WWCC

NDIS Worker Screening Check

First Aid & CPR

Driver's Licence

Job description

We are looking for passionate Casual NDIS Support Workers to join our team and provide person-centred support that empowers people living with disability to achieve their goals, build independence, and live fulfilling lives within their communities.

This rewarding role offers flexibility and variety, with opportunities to work across a range of settings, including participants' homes and community environments.

About the Role

As a Disability Support Worker, you will provide high-quality, person-centred support to NDIS participants, enabling them to achieve their goals, increase independence, and participate fully in community life. You will play an important role in supporting participants' wellbeing, dignity, choice, and control while delivering supports in a safe and respectful manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred supports in line with participant goals and individual support plans.
• Assist participants with personal care, daily living activities, meal preparation, and household tasks.
• Support community access, social participation, recreational activities, and appointments.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and skill development.
• Follow behaviour support plans, risk management strategies, and organisational procedures.
• Maintain accurate progress notes, incident reports, and documentation.
• Build positive relationships with participants, families, and support networks.
• Promote participant rights, dignity, privacy, and choice.
• Adhere to the NDIS Code of Conduct, NDIS Practice Standards, and organisational policies.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and other stakeholders to achieve positive participant outcomes.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A genuine passion for supporting people with disability.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, caring, and respectful approach.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Reliability, flexibility, and a strong sense of accountability.
• The ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability, Community Services, or equivalent qualification and/or experience.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.

Job Description

Benefits & Culture

• Ongoing professional development and leadership support
• Confidential support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About OAMS

Orange Aboriginal Medical Service (OAMS) is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal families and the wider community across Central Western NSW.

Since its establishment in 2005 with a small team, OAMS has grown to operate across five locations, providing a comprehensive range of services to the community.

Learn more: https://oams.net.au/

Requirements

The successful applicant will be required to:

• Undertake and pass a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
• Complete a pre-employment wellness check (including drug and alcohol screening)
• Hold or obtain a NSW Working with Children Check

Remuneration

SCHADS Award Home Care Employee Disability Care Level 1 - 2 (dependent on qualifications and experience) + superannuation