Disability Support Specialist — Flexible Hours & Training

Hireup; Torquay; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Training opportunities

24/7 incident response support

Employee support team

Job summary

Hireup is seeking experienced and resilient Support Workers in the Torquay, Vic area to provide dedicated care for a non-verbal client with complex behavioural needs.

The role requires navigating challenging behaviours, using alternative communication strategies, and spending time building rapport and trust with the client. Shifts start Thursdays and Fridays, with potential to expand hours as rapport grows.

Qualifications

• Experience providing care for individuals with complex behavioural needs.
• Ability to implement non-verbal and alternative communication strategies.
• Must obtain NDIS Worker Screening Check, NDIS Worker Orientation Module, Full First Aid, unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence & access to own car, and Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

Responsibilities

• Provide full personal care for the client.
• Manage medications, epilepsy, and mealtime needs.
• Support social access to community activities, e.g., pool and gym visits.
• Build rapport and trust with the client to support independent living.

Skills

Behaviour support

Job description

Hireup is seeking experienced and resilient Support Workers in the Torquay, Vic area to provide dedicated care for a non-verbal client with complex behavioural needs.

The role requires navigating challenging behaviours, using alternative communication strategies, and spending time building rapport and trust with the client. Shifts start Thursdays and Fridays, with potential to expand hours as rapport grows.