Disability Support Worker

SydWest Multicultural Services Inc.; Australia; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

SydWest Multicultural Services Inc. invites applications for a Disability Support Worker to assist participants in line with their NDIS plans.

You will provide personal care, meals, transportation and wellness activities, while maintaining safety, respect and person-centred practices across diverse communities.

Qualifications

• NDIS Worker Clearance current and valid.
• First Aid and CPR certification up to date.
• Working with Children Check current.
• Completed training modules (NDIS orientation, infection control).
• Fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
• Formal qualification in Disability, Social Science or related field.
• Full Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Provide and deliver personalised care aligned to each participant's NDIS plan.
• Assist with personal care, meals, transport and daily living activities.
• Promote safety, dignity and wellbeing in all interactions.
• Document relevant information and communicate with support team.
• Follow Sydwest and Riverlink policies and procedures.

Skills

NDIS clearance

First Aid & CPR

Working with Children Check

Infection Control

Vaccinated for COVID-19

Disability/ Social Science degree

Australian Driver's License

Organisational skills

Complex disabilities experience

Person-centred planning

Education

Disability/ Social Science degree

Job description

SydWest Multicultural is not-for-profit organisations that are committed in providing a broad range of services across Greater Western Sydney, the Inner West and the City of Sydney. We are a leading organisation on cultural diversity offers flexible and integrated services across the life cycle for refugees and migrants; support for seniors; disability support; women and families; youth; housing support; and settlement services.

Our vision is to create an inclusive society where all people have equal opportunities to grow and thrive. Our organisational mission is to deliver quality services meeting diverse needs to maximise individual and community outcomes.

Job Description

PURPOSE

The Disability Support Worker provides and delivers individual and personalised care and support to participants, in line with their needs and choices, so that they may achieve their goals as stated in their NDIS plans.The Disability Support Worker’s responsibilities may include personal care, preparing meals and other health and wellness related activities, house cleaning, transportation, and communicating relevant information to support. The Disability Support Worker will demonstrate a commitment to safe and effective practices, providing services in a caring and respectful manner in accordance with Sydwest and Riverlink’s policies and procedures.

Desired Skills and Experience

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Current NDIS Workers Clearance Check.
• Current First Aid certificate and CPR.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Completed relevant training modules (e.g. NDIS worker Orientation Module, Infection Control training).
• Fully Vaccinated against Covid-19.
• Tertiary qualifications in Disability, Social Science or related disciplines.
• Full working rights in Australia
• 0 to 3 years of experience in a similar role (aged care, community / special needs education & teaching/community services).
• Epilepsy training.
• Knowledge and application of safe manual handling practices.
• Sound Knowledge of the NDIS Practice Standards and Quality Indicators.
• Current Australian Driver’s License and access to a registered and comprehensively insured vehicle (suitable for transporting consumers).
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the needs and challenges faced by individuals with disabilities.
• Experience in working with person-centred planning techniques in addition to delivering and leading excellent supports practices.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload while working under pressure.
• Demonstrated experience in the provision of support services to individuals with complex to high support need disabilities and challenging behaviours (including medical support needs).