Disability Support Worker - Empower Independence & Growth

Kirinari-Community-Services-Ltd; Penrith; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible rosters

Professional development

Regular coaching

Job summary

Kirinari Community Services seeks Disability Support Workers for Christmas casual positions in NSW. You will support participants with independence, daily living skills and social participation within a therapeutic model focused on dignity and choice.

Applicants should understand person-centred practice, demonstrate resilience and empathy, and hold relevant clearances and a valid driver licence. Flexible rosters support work-life balance during December and January.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of person-centred and strengths-based practice.
• Ability to build genuine and respectful relationships with participants.
• Calm, resilient and emotionally intelligent demeanor.
• Commitment to participant choice, dignity and safety.

Responsibilities

• Support participants to build independence and daily living skills.
• Implement Positive Behaviour Support strategies.
• Promote choice, control and self-determination.
• Facilitate community participation and social connection.
• Support participants to achieve individual goals and outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress notes.

Skills

Person-centred practice

Strengths-based practice

Trauma-informed approach

Positive Behaviour Support

Relationship building

Emotional intelligence

Job description

Kirinari Community Services seeks Disability Support Workers for Christmas casual positions in NSW. You will support participants with independence, daily living skills and social participation within a therapeutic model focused on dignity and choice.

Applicants should understand person-centred practice, demonstrate resilience and empathy, and hold relevant clearances and a valid driver licence. Flexible rosters support work-life balance during December and January.