Disability Support Worker - Illawarra

Sirv; Coniston; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Sirv is a leading Disability Support Provider that operates nationally, seeking dedicated support specialists to assist young people with complex needs across Australia.

You will work closely with clients, families and a multidisciplinary team to deliver recovery‑oriented, person‑centred care that enhances independence and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with clients, families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience applying trauma‑informed and recovery‑oriented care.
• Strong conflict resolution and risk management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised, trauma‑informed support aligned with care plans.
• De‑escalate behaviours of concern and respond to crisis situations.
• Assist with daily living activities and community participation.
• Support clients in managing mental health symptoms and health appointments.
• Foster meaningful relationships and promote social and emotional well‑being.
• Maintain accurate, professional documentation and contribute to care planning.
• Maintain accurate health care documentation as required.

Skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Risk management

Education

First Aid & CPR Certification

NDIS Worker Screening

Police check

Job description

Job details

Are you looking for an opportunity with a dynamic, innovative, growing company that offers promotional opportunities? Are you seeking a workplace that feels like home where you can grow and achieve? Then get excited, this opportunity may be for you!

Sirv is looking for fantastic support specialists with experience working with young people, who are passionate about participant outcomes and have experience dealing with high-needs participants who require complex care.

What is the opportunity?

In this critical role, you will support young people living with complex and persistent mental health conditions—often combined with other complexities such as trauma and cognitive impairment. You'll work closely with clients, their families, and a multidisciplinary team to deliver recovery-oriented, person-centered care that enhances quality of life and independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualised, trauma-informed support in line with clients’ care and recovery plans
• De‑escalate behaviours of concern and respond effectively in crisis situations
• Assist with daily living activities, community participation, and skill development
• Support clients in managing mental health symptoms, medication adherence, and health appointments
• Foster meaningful relationships and promote social and emotional well-being
• Maintain accurate, professional documentation and contribute to team care planning
• Maintaining accurate health care documentation as required

What We Require From You

• Preferred 1 year experience working in youth or disability support, with a focus on complex client needs
• Proven experience supporting individuals with dual diagnosis, trauma history, or psychosocial disabilities
• Experience with complex behaviours will be highly regarded
• Strong understanding of recovery-based, person-centered, and trauma-informed care principles
• Exceptional communication, conflict resolution, and risk management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Current First Aid & CPR and NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Recent (within the past 12 months) police check
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable, insured vehicle

Sirv is a leading Disability Support Provider that operates nationally. We have a track record of matching the best Support Specialists with our Participants. Founded and managed by industry leaders who have invested interest in you and your growth & development. Our intention is to be the best, most responsible, and most enjoyable Disability Support Provider to work with across Australia.

It is crucial we get the very best support professionals from the industry and ensure this is a perfect fit with clear expectations from both Sirv and our team.