Community-Based Disability Support Practitioner

Cerebral Palsy Alliance; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 31,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Wellbeing allowance

Discount gym access

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Referral Bonus

Paid CPR & First Aid courses

Job summary

Cerebral Palsy Alliance is seeking a part-time Disability Support Worker to empower adults in our Home & Community service across the Central Coast region. Onboarding location is Beresfield, with travel to Wyong, Long Jetty and Umina to support clients in community and group-home settings.

You will assist with personal care, mobility, daily routines and community participation, following person-centred plans.

Qualifications

• NSW Driver’s Licence (P2 or above) required.
• Physical capability to support clients with mobility or transfers.
• Availability for a minimum of 3 days per week (15–20+ hours), ideally including 2 Saturdays per month.
• Comfortable travelling to all locations in the Central Coast region.

Responsibilities

• Encouraging skill-building, independence and decision-making.
• Providing respectful support with personal care, mealtimes, medication and daily routines.
• Supporting community engagement, social connection and transport.
• Following person-centred plans with empathy and professionalism.
• Building positive relationships with clients.

Job description

Cerebral Palsy Alliance is seeking a part-time Disability Support Worker to empower adults in our Home & Community service across the Central Coast region. Onboarding location is Beresfield, with travel to Wyong, Long Jetty and Umina to support clients in community and group-home settings.

You will assist with personal care, mobility, daily routines and community participation, following person-centred plans.