Disability Support Worker

Ignite My Ability P/L; Coffs Harbour; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ignite My Ability P/L in NSW seeks a compassionate support worker to assist clients in a Supported Independent Living home, covering sleepover and day-to-day care. You will promote wellbeing, independence and quality of life through person-centred support.

You will work independently, respond to issues, and adapt to changing client needs with strong communication and reliability. Experience in disability or community services is preferred, and availability for short-notice shifts is valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in disability, community services or related care preferred.
• Ability to work alone and make sound judgments.
• Passion for supporting clients and enhancing quality of life.
• Confidence delivering personal care and daily living assistance.
• High availability, including short-notice shifts.
• Strong communication and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Work sleepover shifts in a SIL home.
• Provide personal care and daily living support as required.
• Support clients in a respectful, compassionate and person-centred manner.
• Work independently and respond appropriately to issues as they arise.
• Use problem-solving skills to manage changing client needs and situations.
• Maintain a safe, supportive and inclusive home environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility and availability to accommodate short-notice work requirements.

Skills

Disability care experience

Independent work

Problem solving

Communication skills

Reliability

Job description

Support clients in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) home by providing compassionate, person-centred assistance across sleepover shifts and day-to-day care needs. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference by promoting client wellbeing, independence and quality of life.

Key responsibilities

• Work sleepover shifts in a SIL home.
• Provide personal care and daily living support as required.
• Support clients in a respectful, compassionate and person-centred manner.
• Work independently and respond appropriately to issues as they arise.
• Use problem-solving skills to manage changing client needs and situations.
• Maintain a safe, supportive and inclusive home environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility and availability to accommodate short-notice work requirements.

What we're looking for

• Experience working in the disability, community services or related care industry is preferred.
• Ability to work alone and use sound judgement when problem-solving.
• Passion for supporting clients and contributing positively to their lives.
• Confidence providing personal care and support with daily living activities.
• High availability and flexibility, including the capacity to accept short-notice shifts.
• Strong communication, reliability and a commitment to respectful client support.