Disability Services Support Worker

Careers at Council; Orange City Council; Presencial; AUD 47.000 - 50.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fitness Passport for you and family

Salary Packaging with novated leasing

Training opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Orange City Council is hiring casual Disability Services Support Workers to assist individuals with disabilities in a residential setting. The role emphasizes mentoring, daily living support, medication administration, and keeping clear records in CTARS.

A good fit includes empathy, strong communication, and a passion for inclusive care. Minimum qualifications include Certificate III in Individual Support or current study, First Aid HLTAID003, NSW Driver’s Licence, Working with Children Check if

Formación

• Experience supporting people with disability.
• Studying or holding Certificate III in Individual Support.
• Provide First Aid HLTAID003.
• Current NSW Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Working with Children Check (NSW) if OSHC.
• NDIS Worker Screening Verification or ability to obtain before starting.

Responsabilidades

• Mentoring and skill development for clients to pursue interests.
• Assist with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Administering medication and implementing support plans.
• Document care in CTARS and email communications.
• Support clients with mealtime management and personal care.
• Engage clients with community activities and services.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training.

Conocimientos

Passion for disability support

Communication skills

Problem solving

Empathy

Educación

Certificate III in Individual Support

First Aid HLTAID003

Herramientas

CTARS

Descripción del empleo

Weekly Hours: 20
Hourly Rate: $33.54 - $36.56
(Plus allowances and superannuation)

View the full Position Description by clicking HERE(this link will work on Council's website)

Do you have a genuine interest in and commitment to the well-being and inclusion of people with disabilities?

Are you committed to providing quality support and care for people with a broad range of needs?

We're currently looking for professional, passionate and positive people to join our team as casual Disability Services Support Workers!

About Orange City Council

Orange City Councilis committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community.Witharound 800 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim -to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.

About the role

The objective of this role is to provide support to individuals with disability in line with the NDIS Quality and Safeguard Standards and funding objectives. You will be responsible in supporting clients based on their individual support plans and needs within a residential accommodation setting. As a Support Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Mentoring and skill development – empowering clients to explore and develop their personal interests/hobbies.
• Assisting with independent living skills, personal care, activities of daily living and completing household cleaning.
• Administering medication and implementing individual based support plans
• Completing clear, factual, and concise written documentation and within an electronic reporting system (CTARS) and via email.
• Providing personal care such as toileting, showering, preparing meals in line with individual mealtime management plans
• Liaising with external stakeholders and supporting the client in the decision-making process to achieve their individual goals and aspirations.
• Helping clients engage with their local communities and cultural services, through accessing community participation programs and recreational activities.
• Paid orientation into the service and the support needs of the clients
• Health and Wellbeing benefits including a Fitness Passport for you and your family
• Salary Packaging available including novated leasing
• A range of in-house and external training opportunities
• Learn from a dedicated and experienced Disability Services Team

So what do you need?

These can be physically demanding roles but are also positive and rewarding and to be successful you'll need demonstrated experience supporting and caring for people with a broad range of support needs relating to disability. You’ll also need:

• Passion for the support and wellbeing of people with disability
• Excellent communication, problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• Empathy and a caring nature
• Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent, we will also consider candidates who are currently studying.
• Provide First Aid (HLTAID003) certificate.
• Current NSW Class C Drivers Licence
• Current NSW Working with Children Check Clearance (If working with OSHC)
• NDIS Worker Screening Verification (Or ability to obtain before starting)

Applications close on Sunday 18 October 2026

Please note:

• Where additional candidates are found suitablefrom this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created forfilling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.