Compassionate Disability Support Specialist

Help at Hand Support Services; Sydney; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Help at Hand Support Services in NSW is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to join our team. You will deliver person-centred support and help clients with daily activities, outings, and medical visits, while providing companionship at home.

Applicants should have a Cert III in Disability or equivalent, current police check, WWC, First Aid/CPR, and a valid Australian driver’s license; must be punctual, reliable, and flexible. Right to work in Australia required.

Qualifications

• Own a fully insured and reliable vehicle.
• Current police check within 6 months (or applicable).
• Cert III in Disability or equivalent experience.
• Current Working with Children check.
• First aid/CPR certificates (current).
• Full and clean Australian driver’s license.
• Be punctual, reliable and flexible.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Empathetic and proactive with genuine interest to work in this field.
• Ability to self-supervise and stay calm during crises.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to clients.
• Assist with daily activities and accompany outings (beach, cinema, events).
• Accompany clients to medical appointments and provide companionship.
• Maintain safety and respond calmly in crises.
• Document care and communicate progress to supervisors.

Skills

Punctual

Reliable

Communication

Empathetic

Self-management

Education

Cert III in Disability

Job description

Help at Hand Support Services in NSW is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to join our team. You will deliver person-centred support and help clients with daily activities, outings, and medical visits, while providing companionship at home.

Applicants should have a Cert III in Disability or equivalent, current police check, WWC, First Aid/CPR, and a valid Australian driver’s license; must be punctual, reliable, and flexible. Right to work in Australia required.