Community Disability Support Specialist

Breakthru; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Health discounts

Maxxia rewards

Career growth

Work-life balance

Competitive pay

Supportive leadership

Friendly team

Job summary

Breakthru is seeking a casual team member for our Charlestown site, offering 36.5 hours weekly with open availability. The role includes active night shifts, personal care, rotating rosters, short shifts, regular and occasional weekend work, driving a pool car, and access to a private vehicle to transport participants.

You will support individuals in their homes and communities, focusing on independence, dignity, and choice in real-world settings.

Qualifications

• Criminal record check is essential or willing to obtain.
• Working with children’s check is essential or willing to obtain.
• NDIS Workers screening clearance is essential or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Accessing the community for shopping, appointments and day-to-day activities.
• Participation in activities such as cooking, art, outdoor activities and excursions.
• Engagement in social events and transportation assistance when required.
• Meal preparation and other simple in-home supports.
• Responsible for all aspects of personal care.
• Provide goal-focused supports for activities, programs and community supports.
• In-home supports, transport and travel.
• Supports related to specific health needs.
• Daily case notes and report writing.
• Contribute to promoting independence, dignity and choice in a safe environment.

Skills

Criminal record check

Working with children’s check

NDIS screening clearance

Job description

Breakthru is seeking a casual team member for our Charlestown site, offering 36.5 hours weekly with open availability. The role includes active night shifts, personal care, rotating rosters, short shifts, regular and occasional weekend work, driving a pool car, and access to a private vehicle to transport participants.

You will support individuals in their homes and communities, focusing on independence, dignity, and choice in real-world settings.