Disability Support Worker (DSW) – Companionship & Community Access

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

Job summary

Discover Nursing Australia is seeking friendly, reliable Disability Support Workers to provide consistent 1:1 companionship and community access in Berowra, NSW 2081. This role focuses on companionship and social participation with minimal personal care.

You will help with cafés, appointments, errands, outings and transport within the community, while encouraging participant independence and building a trusted relationship with one participant.

Qualifications

• Must have or be willing to obtain: Certificate III in Individual Support, NDIS Worker Screening Check, National Police Check, First Aid, CPR, NDIS Orientation Module, Australian working rights, driver's licence, reliable vehicle, ABN or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 companionship and social engagement.
• Support community participation, social outings, errands, cafés and appointments.
• Assist with light daily living tasks and transport within the community.
• Maintain accurate progress notes and support documentation.

Skills

Friendly

Reliable

Punctual

Patient

Engaging

Independent work

Rapport building

People skills

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

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

Support may include:

• 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.