Disability Support Worker

Terje Pty Ltd; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TERJE PTY LTD in Western Australia is seeking a dedicated Disability Support Worker to join our team in a permanent, full-time capacity. You will provide practical assistance, personal care, and ongoing support aligned with each participant's individual support plan and NDIA guidelines to promote independence.

You will collaborate with families, healthcare professionals and community services to enable safe, meaningful daily activities, mobility support, and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Disability, Ageing/Aged Care or Community Services), or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications.
• A current driver’s licence.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
• A respectful and empathetic attitude towards people with disability, with a commitment to individual choice and inclusion.
• At least one year of relevant experience in disability support, aged care or community services is preferred.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check, where required for the position.
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate professionally with participants and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized care and assistance with daily living activities in accordance with each participants support plan.
• Maintain clear and accurate participant records, including progress notes, incident reports and other required documentation.
• Assist participants to access community services, attend appointments and participate in recreational and social activities.
• Support individuals with personal hygiene, grooming and other daily living activities according to their needs.
• Observe and communicate any changes in participantsul wellbeing, support requirements, behaviour or identified risks.
• Encourage participants to make their own choices, build daily living skills and maintain as much independence as possible.
• Assist with household duties, meal preparation and maintaining a safe and comfortable living environment.
• Work collaboratively with families, colleagues and relevant healthcare professionals to support consistent service delivery.
• Provide assistance with mobility, positioning and transfers in accordance with individual needs and safe work practices.
• Follow organisational policies, workplace health and safety requirements, participant safeguarding procedures and relevant professional standards.
• Support participants with transport and travel arrangements when required.
• Provide medication assistance in accordance with applicable procedures, training and the scope of the position.

Job description

Disability Support Worker – Full-Time

About TERJE PTY LTD

TERJE PTY LTD is seeking dedicated, compassionate and reliable Disability Support Workers to join our team in Western Australia.

We are recruiting for permanent, full-time positions to support people living with disability in their daily lives. The successful candidates will help participants develop and maintain independence, work towards personal goals, and engage in meaningful activities at home and within the community.

About the Role

The Disability Support Worker will provide practical assistance, personal care and ongoing support tailored to each participant’s circumstances. The role requires a commitment to promoting individual choice, maintaining dignity, supporting wellbeing and delivering services in accordance with individual support plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualised care and assistance with daily living activities in accordance with NDIS standards and each participant’s support plan.
• Maintain clear and accurate participant records, including progress notes, incident reports and other required documentation.
• Assist participants to access community services, attend appointments and participate in recreational and social activities.
• Support individuals with personal hygiene, grooming and other daily living activities according to their needs.
• Observe and communicate any changes in participants’ wellbeing, support requirements, behaviour or identified risks.
• Encourage participants to make their own choices, build daily living skills and maintain as much independence as possible.
• Assist with household duties, meal preparation and maintaining a safe and comfortable living environment.
• Work collaboratively with families, colleagues and relevant healthcare professionals to support consistent service delivery.
• Provide assistance with mobility, positioning and transfers in accordance with individual needs and safe work practices.
• Follow organisational policies, workplace health and safety requirements, participant safeguarding procedures and relevant professional standards.
• Support participants with transport and travel arrangements when required.
• Provide medication assistance in accordance with applicable procedures, training and the scope of the position.

Skills and Qualifications

The ideal applicant will demonstrate the following qualifications and capabilities:

• A Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Disability, Ageing/Aged Care or Community Services), or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications.
• A current driver’s licence.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
• A respectful and empathetic attitude towards people with disability, with a commitment to individual choice and inclusion.
• At least one year of relevant experience in disability support, aged care or community services is preferred.
• An NDIS Worker Screening Check, where required for the position.
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate professionally with participants and other stakeholders.

What We Offer

• Permanent, full-time employment for the successful applicant.
• Access to ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
• A welcoming workplace that values teamwork, respect and inclusion.
• The opportunity to contribute positively to the independence and quality of life of people living with disability.

TERJE PTY LTD is committed to a fair, transparent and merit-based recruitment process. Applications will be evaluated according to the requirements of the role, including each applicant’s qualifications, relevant experience, skills and demonstrated suitability.