Disability Support Worker – Daytime Shifts, Home & Community

Life Without Barriers; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual shifts

Company vehicle

Job summary

Life Without Barriers is hiring casual lifestyle support workers to assist people with disabilities in their homes or community settings in Newcastle, NSW. Roles involve daytime shifts, occasional weekends, and travel between clients with a company vehicle.

Emphasis on person-centred support, safety, and social participation. You’ll work under SCHADS award casual terms, with shifts mainly during daytime hours and no overnight work.

Qualifications

• Valid NSW driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to use basic technology and software on mobile and desktop.
• Current First Aid Certificate HLTAID003 or HLTAID011.

Responsibilities

• Adapt to changing routines and support needs in dynamic environments.
• Provide person-centred support to clients with complex medical and behavioural needs.
• Follow behaviour support strategies within individual care plans.
• Facilitate inclusive activities that build connection and social engagement.
• Transport clients to appointments and activities using a company vehicle.
• Assist with personal care including toileting and showering.
• Recognise client strengths, encourage goals and empower independence.

Skills

Driver's license (NSW)

Tech literacy

First Aid HLTAID003/HLTAID011

Job description

Life Without Barriers is hiring casual lifestyle support workers to assist people with disabilities in their homes or community settings in Newcastle, NSW. Roles involve daytime shifts, occasional weekends, and travel between clients with a company vehicle.

Emphasis on person-centred support, safety, and social participation. You’ll work under SCHADS award casual terms, with shifts mainly during daytime hours and no overnight work.