Disability Support Worker

Halo Care Collective Pty. Ltd; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Halo Care Collective Pty. Ltd is seeking a dedicated Disability Support Worker in Warrnambool to help maximise living, employment, social and recreational skills for people with a disability.

You will deliver one-to-one and group supports, promote personal choice and independence, and work within service plans. The role requires effective communication, attention to documentation, and flexibility across a seven-day roster, including overnights and travel locally.

Qualifications

• Must have Minimum Certificate III in Disability or Individual Support.
• Experience in supporting people with disability.
• Current Working with Children Check, First Aid, CPR certificates or willingness to obtain, and immunisation evidence (COVID-19 and Flu).

Responsibilities

• Support clients in participating in age‑appropriate activities and tasks, including employment, in‑home support, and community access.
• Support clients in accessing activities and outings in the community.
• Provide direct care assistance to each client in accordance with their service plan and as directed.
• Work in accordance with medication administration policy and safety procedures.
• Monitor the safety and well‑being of the clients and report any concerns.
• Provide 1:1 or small group training and support in response to individual client needs.
• Ensure completion of appropriate documentation in client notes and communication books.
• Participate in the support planning process for individual clients and monitor outcomes.
• Work with clients, families/carers, case managers and other professionals to support goals.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating training and behaviour programs.

Skills

Communication

Record keeping

Time management

Disability support

Problem solving

Education

Certificate III in Disability

Certificate III in Individual Support

Job description

The Disability Support Worker is responsible for implementing training and support services aimed at maximising the living, employment, social and recreational skills of people with a disability. Community inclusion, independence, decision‑making, and personal choice should be promoted through these supports, with a focus on individual needs.

Key responsibilities

• Support clients in participating in age‑appropriate activities and tasks, including employment, in‑home support, and community access.
• Support clients in accessing activities and outings in the community.
• Provide direct care assistance to each client in accordance with their service plan and as directed.
• Work in accordance with the medication administration policy, work health and safety procedures and client rights, including privacy and confidentiality.
• Monitor the safety and well‑being of the clients and report any concerns to the Manager.
• Provide 1:1 or small group training and support in response to individual client needs.
• Ensure completion of appropriate documentation. Relevant information on support provided is to be recorded in client notes and communication books as required.
• Participate in the support planning process for individual clients and monitor outcomes.
• Work with clients, their families/carers, relevant case managers, and other professionals to support the clients' individual goals.
• In conjunction with other staff members, assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating training and behaviour programs to attain identified individual goals.

About you

• Minimum Certificate III in Disability or Individual Support.
• Experience in supporting people with disability.
• Experience in manual handling (desirable).
• Clear and effective communication skills and the ability to establish a professional relationship with participant and their families.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record management.
• Flexibility to work over a 7‑day roster and the availability to work overnight shifts or attend training or meetings as required.
• Strong knowledge of safety within a community setting.
• Demonstrated qualities of resilience, empathy, integrity and compassion.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Current Working with Children Check, First Aid Certificate, CPR Certificate, Manual Handling Certificate or willing to obtain one, Medication Administration Certificate or willing to obtain one, immunisation evidence (COVID‑19 and Flu), current Driver's Licence and the ability to travel locally, compulsory third‑party insurance on private vehicle (to be used for work purposes), and Right to Work in Australia.

About us

Halo Care Collective was established with a focus on providing disability support and aged care that recognises the individual behind every support requirement. The people receiving care, along with their families and professional support networks, deserve services that listen to their needs and take their circumstances seriously. That understanding guides the way we approach our work and the services we provide.

With three decades of combined industry experience, our team brings established knowledge of care and support to the people we work with. We aim to build a service that people can feel comfortable relying on, whether they require assistance at home, support in the community, coordination of services or more specialised care. Our goal is to provide considerate support that respects individual choices while helping people receive the assistance that suits their circumstances.