Disability Support Worker

Unidex Healthcare; Mareeba Shire; On-site; AUD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Unidex Healthcare is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to assist a male participant in Mareeba, QLD. The role focuses on person-centred care, supporting independence and community participation.

Shifts run 7:00 am to 10:00 am or 7:00 am to 1:00 pm across multiple days, with total hours of 30 per week. Candidates should have prior disability support experience and relevant certifications, including Working with Children checks where required.

Qualifications

• Prior disability or community support experience.
• Desirable Certificate III in Individual Support.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card) desirable.
• Blue Card where required, First Aid and CPR certificates, valid driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with community access and social activities.
• Transport and accompany the participant to appointments.
• Assist with domestic tasks and household duties.
• Support daily living activities and promote independence.
• Support dignity, choice and community participation.

Skills

Disability support experience

Communication skills

Reliable and professional

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent

Job description

Unidex Healthcare is a privately owned recruitment company established in 2001, operating across Australia with offices in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia.

We specialise in recruitment across the healthcare sector, with a strong focus on Disability Services, Support Services and Allied Health.

The Role

Unidex Healthcare is seeking experienced, reliable and compassionate Disability Support Workers to support a male participant in Mareeba, QLD.

We are looking for dedicated individuals who are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care while promoting independence and community participation.

Shift Times

7:00 am - 10:00 am: Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday

7:00 am - 1:00 pm: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday

Total available hours: 30 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with community access and social activities
• Transporting and accompanying the participant to appointments
• Assisting with domestic tasks and household duties
• Supporting the participant with daily living activities
• Promoting independence, dignity and choice

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in disability or community support
• Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent (desirable)
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card)
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card), where required
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates
• Current Australian Driver Licence
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, professional and committed to providing quality care