Disability Support Worker

Healthcare Australia; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Weekly pay

Referral bonuses and incentives

24/7 support from recruitment team

Job summary

Healthcare Australia is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to join our agency team across Brisbane’s northern suburbs, Moreton Bay and the Sunshine Coast region. Flexible shifts and weekly pay are available in SIL homes, community programs and complex care environments.

Applicants should have Certificate III in Individual Support or Disability and current checks. The role involves delivering person-centred care, assisting with daily living activities, and promoting social inclusion

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Disability Support Worker in SIL and/or community settings.
• Confident supporting participants with complex needs and challenging behaviours.
• Reliable, flexible and willing to work a variety of shifts.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 6 months recent disability support experience.
• Experience supporting participants with challenging behaviours, manual handling, high personal care needs, epilepsy management.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check; National Police Check; First Aid & CPR; Australian Driver’s Licence.
• Willingness to transport participants as required; three COVID-19 vaccinations; full Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support within SIL homes and community settings.
• Assist participants with personal care, daily living activities and community access.
• Support individuals with complex care needs and behaviours of concern.
• Promote independence, choice, dignity and social inclusion.
• Provide behavioural and emotional support as required.
• Complete accurate documentation and incident reporting.
• Work collaboratively with families, allied health professionals and support teams.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Reliability & flexibility

Patient-centred care

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability or equivalent

Job description

Healthcare Australia (HCA), Australia’s leading healthcare workforce provider, is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to join our expanding agency team across Brisbane’s northern suburbs, Moreton Bay and the Sunshine Coast region.

Whether you’re looking for extra shifts, flexible agency work or consistent hours, we have opportunities available across SIL homes, community programs and complex care environments.

Why Join Healthcare Australia?

• Flexible casual shifts to suit your lifestyle and availability
• Ongoing opportunities across Brisbane North, Moreton Bay and the Sunshine Coast
• Competitive pay rates with weekly pay
• Manage your availability and roster through the eHCA app
• Work across a variety of disability support settings
• Gain exposure to SIL, community access and complex care supports
• 24/7 support from our dedicated recruitment and operations team
• Referral bonuses and incentive programs
• Consistent work with Australia’s leading healthcare agency

About the Role As a Disability Support Worker, you will:

• Deliver person-centred support within SIL homes and community settings
• Assist participants with personal care, daily living activities and community access
• Support individuals with complex care needs and behaviours of concern
• Promote independence, choice, dignity and social inclusion
• Provide behavioural and emotional support as required
• Complete accurate documentation and incident reporting
• Work collaboratively with families, allied health professionals and support teams

About You

• Previous experience as a Disability Support Worker in SIL and/or community settings
• Confident supporting participants with complex needs and challenging behaviours
• Reliable, flexible and willing to work a variety of shifts
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care
• Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 6 months recent disability support experience
• Experience supporting participants with:
  • Challenging behaviours
  • Manual handling
  • High personal care needs
  • Epilepsy management
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current National Police Check
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence
• Willingness to transport participants as required
• Evidence of at least three (3) COVID-19 vaccinations
• Full Australian working rights

About Healthcare Australia

Healthcare Australia is Australia’s largest healthcare workforce provider, connecting skilled Disability Support Workers with flexible opportunities across disability, community and healthcare services nationwide.

With thousands of shifts available every week, HCA offers the flexibility, support and variety to help you build a rewarding career while maintaining work-life balance.