Disability Support Worker

QSSS Pty Ltd; Grafton; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free counselling sessions

Discounted physio

Comprehensive training, online resou r

Ongoing support

Job summary

QSSS Pty Ltd in Grafton, NSW is looking for a compassionate in-home support and companionship worker to assist an adult client. You will help with daily living, community access, shopping, meals, and social activities, focusing on respectful, person-centred care.

Ideal candidates have experience with intellectual disabilities, strong communication, reliability, and a valid NDIS Worker Screening Card and Working with Children Check.

Qualifications

• NDIS Worker Screening Card and Working with Children checks are required.
• Ability to provide person-centred in-home support to adults with disabilities.
• Drivers license and eligibility to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered support and companionship in home settings.
• Assist client with community access, meals and outings.
• Engage in client's interests and encourage activity.
• Support development of social connections and goals.
• Communicate effectively with client and Support Specialist.
• Fill shifts reliably and flexibly as relationships grow.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Empathy

Multitasking

Problem solving

Driving

Education

NDIS Worker Screening Card

Working with Children Blue Card

Job description

Competitive hourly rates: Weekday $37.35, Evening $40.11, Night $41.20, Saturday $50.96, Sunday $65.59, Public Holidays $80.01

Free counselling sessions and discounted physio

Comprehensive training, online resources, and ongoing support

Shifts Available

Wednesdays: 10am - 4:00pm (6hours)

Hours and days are flexible and client is willing to extend once a relationship is built.

About the role

Provide person-centered in-home supports and companionship to an adult client living in Grafton, NSW. Community access to local supermarkets and going out for lunch with the client. Focus on communication, engaging in his interests, and being a kind and thoughtful person in a calm and respectful environment.

Key responsibilities

Provide person-centered support and companionship, whilst assisting the client to gain community access, go out for lunch and enjoy a drive

Engage in his interests of movies, the paranormal and getting back into fitness

Encourage him to build confidence and work towards his personal goals

Model positive social interactions and help him build meaningful connections

Deliver high-quality support to the client in the capacity they require, the exact way they would like it delivered

Communicate effectively and collaborate for clients' needs with clients and Support Specialist

Understand, follow instructions, and be responsive to clients' needs

Support clients to achieve their NDIS Goals

Build good rapport with a gentle, encouraging manner

Be reliable, flexible and responsive to fill shifts when required

About you

Experience working with Intellectual disabilities

Great communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude

Someone who values independence, inclusion, and fun

Someone who is kind and easy to get along with

Hold a NDIS Worker Screening Card and Working with Children Blue Card

Have evidence of eligibility and right to work in Australia

Multitasking and prioritizing skills with a proactive and problem-solving mindset

Good rapport building skills and a gentle, encouraging manner

An interest in building a respectful relationship with clients

Current driver's license

About us

QSSS is on a mission to completely disrupt the disability and aged care industry by providing supports in a way that gives true choice, control and freedom to clients in every way possible. We provide on job training and development to people looking to start their career in Disability and Aged Care. We believe in providing opportunities and support to caring, compassionate and dedicated people seeking a flexible work environment.