Compassionate Disability Support Specialist

Leora-Healthcare; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay rates

Penalty rates

Ongoing training and development

Support from care and leadership teams

Recognition and appreciation

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Growth opportunities

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Leora Healthcare is seeking a calm, reliable Disability Support Worker to provide person-centred support to a client living in Edmondson Park. This casual temporary role suits someone with experience assisting people with physical disabilities and complex mobility needs.

You will help with daily living, mobility and transfers, personal care, meal preparation and documentation, following the client’s support plan.

Qualifications

• NDIS Worker Screening Check required
• Working With Children Check (WWCC) required
• Valid Australian Driver's Licence
• Own reliable vehicle – essential
• First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Certificate III or IV in Disability, Individual Support, Aged Care or relevant qualification
• Previous experience in disability support or aged care

Responsibilities

• Support a client living with physical disability and autoimmune cerebellar ataxia
• Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities
• Support safe mobility, transfers and movement around home and community
• Use Pelican Belt safely and appropriately where required
• Assist with self-care, meal preparation and light domestic tasks
• Support medication administration per the client’s plan and procedures
• Follow individual support plans, risk assessments and care instructions
• Maintain documentation and observe changes in wellbeing

Job description

Leora Healthcare is seeking a calm, reliable Disability Support Worker to provide person-centred support to a client living in Edmondson Park. This casual temporary role suits someone with experience assisting people with physical disabilities and complex mobility needs.

You will help with daily living, mobility and transfers, personal care, meal preparation and documentation, following the client’s support plan.