Disability Support Worker (Dsw) - Companionship & Community Access

Discover Nursing Australia; Berowra; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contractor rates

Transport reimbursement

Professional Indemnity Insurance

Public Liability Insurance

RN coordination support

Job summary

Discover Nursing Australia is seeking a friendly and reliable Disability Support Worker for Berowra, NSW 2081. This role focuses on 1:1 companionship and community access, with minimal personal care.

You will help the participant get out into the community, participate in social activities, and support daily routines while encouraging independence. Ideal candidates will have Certificate III in Individual Support, NDIS orientation, First Aid and CPR, and valid checks.

Qualifications

• Must have Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent qualification.
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You is required.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates required.
• Current National Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check are mandatory.
• Australian working rights and a valid driver's licence are required.

Responsibilities

• Offer 1:1 companionship and social engagement.
• Support community access and social participation.
• Assist with errands, cafés, meals and outings.
• Attend appointments and accompany to activities.
• Help with light daily living tasks and routines.
• Maintain progress notes and documentation.

Skills

Friendly and engaging

Reliable and punctual

Patient and respectful

Rapport building

Independent worker

Strong communication

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You

Current First Aid Certificate

Current CPR certification

Current National Police Check

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Australian working rights

Current driver's licence

Job description

Job Description

About the Job:

Disability Support Worker (DSW) – Companionship & Community Access

Berowra, NSW 2081 | 1:1 Support | Minimal Personal Care | Flexible Shifts

Are you friendly, reliable and someone who genuinely enjoys helping people get out, stay connected and enjoy everyday life?

About Discover Nursing Australia

Discover Nursing Australia is a nurse-led disability support provider committed to empowering people living with disability to live with greater independence, dignity and choice.

We provide person-centred support tailored to each participant's individual needs, preferences and goals. Our Disability Support Workers play an important role in helping participants remain independent, socially connected and actively involved in their communities.

Current Opportunity – Berowra, NSW 2081

We are currently seeking friendly, reliable and engaging Disability Support Workers to provide consistent 1:1 support to a participant in Berowra, NSW 2081.

This is primarily a companionship and community access role, with only minimal assistance with self-care required.

The participant is looking for someone who can provide genuine companionship, assist with getting out into the community and support everyday activities while encouraging as much independence as possible.

A good personality match and the ability to build a comfortable, respectful and consistent relationship with the participant are particularly important.

The Role

• Companionship and social engagement.
• Community access and social participation.
• Cafés, lunch and social outings.
• Shopping and everyday errands.
• Attending appointments.
• Walks, parks and local outings.
• Recreational and leisure activities.
• Exploring new interests and activities.
• Transport within the community.
• Encouragement with everyday routines.
• Minimal self-care/personal care assistance.
• Light assistance with daily living where required.
• Supporting independence, confidence and choice.
• Maintaining accurate progress notes and support documentation.

This is not a high-intensity personal care role. The primary focus is companionship, community participation and supporting the participant to enjoy greater independence in everyday life.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, positive and easy to talk to.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Patient, respectful and understanding.
• Naturally engaging and able to build genuine rapport.
• Comfortable participating in community activities.
• Happy to provide companionship and conversation.
• Confident supporting shopping, appointments and outings.
• Comfortable providing minimal self-care assistance when required.
• Encouraging of independence and participant choice.
• Able to work independently and use appropriate initiative.
• Interested in developing a consistent working relationship with one participant.
• Personality and reliability are particularly important for this role.

What You'll Need

Applicants must have, or be willing to obtain where applicable:

• Certificate III in Individual Support or an equivalent/relevant qualification.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current National Police Check.
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Current CPR certification.
• Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You.
• Australian working rights.
• Current driver's licence.
• Reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle suitable for transporting the participant.
• Australian Business Number (ABN) or willingness to obtain one.
• A professional, reliable and participant-focused approach.

Why Contract With Us?

• Consistent 1:1 participant support.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive contractor rates.
• Applicable transport reimbursement.
• Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance provided.
• Support from our Registered Nurse and coordination team.
• Participant-specific support and guidance.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, experienced and responsive organisation.
• Opportunity to build a genuine and consistent relationship with one participant.

Discover Nursing Australia

Supporting independence, connection and meaningful community participation.