Disability Support Worker

Positive Care Supports; Newcastle-Maitland; Sur place; AUD 36 000 - 44 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Positive Care Supports is seeking caring and dependable Disability Support Workers who are passionate about supporting people to live independently and stay connected to their community.

This role focuses on building respectful relationships, supporting individual choice, and providing consistent, person-centred support to help people achieve their goals. We value professionalism, kindness, and a genuine commitment to the people we support.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications or willingness to obtain
• First Aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check / Police Check
• Working rights in Australia
• Availability for a range of shifts, including weekends

Responsabilités

• Support across SIL, day programs, community access, and in-home settings.
• Assisting with personal care and daily living activities.
• Supporting community participation and social engagement.
• Providing transport to appointments and activities.
• Encouraging independence, skill development, and choice.
• Completing documentation and progress notes.
• Working collaboratively with families and professionals.
• Medication assistance where required.

Description du poste

Positive Care Supports is seeking caring and dependable Disability Support Workers who are passionate about supporting people to live independently and stay connected to their community.

This role is about more than assisting with daily tasks. It’s about building respectful relationships, supporting individual choice, and providing consistent, person-centred support that helps people achieve their goals.

We value support workers who show up with professionalism, kindness, and a genuine commitment to the people they support.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll provide support across SIL, day programs, community access, and in-home settings, including:

Assisting with personal care and daily living activities

Supporting community participation and social engagement

Providing transport to appointments and activities

Encouraging independence, skill development, and choice

Completing documentation and progress notes

Working collaboratively with families and professionals

Medication assistance where required

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for people who align with our approach to care and support. That means you:

Treat people with respect and genuine care

Support choice, independence, and person-centred practice

Are reliable, consistent, and accountable

Communicate clearly and professionally

Work well within a team environment

Are open to feedback and continuous learning

Understand the importance of empowering people, not directing them

What will help you succeed

A calm, practical, and compassionate approach

The ability to adapt to different people and situations

Strong observation skills and attention to detail

Pride in delivering quality support

A willingness to learn and grow in the role

Requirements

Relevant qualifications or willingness to obtain

First Aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain)

NDIS Worker Screening Check / Police Check

Working rights in Australia

Availability for a range of shifts, including weekends

Why join Positive Care Supports

You’ll be joining a supportive team committed to delivering respectful, person-centred care across the Maitland, Port Stephens, Upper Hunter, Newcastle and Lake Macquarie Regions. We value professionalism, teamwork, and meaningful connection in everything we do.

If you’re looking for a role where your work genuinely makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.