Disability Support Worker in Forster NSW 2428

Lifestyle Solutions; Forster; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SCHADS Award hourly rate

Team based culture

Ongoing training & development

Job summary

Lifestyle Solutions is seeking a dedicated Disability Support Worker in Forster, NSW. The role covers day program and individual supports, including personal care. A current driver’s licence and insurance are required, along with a willingness to work across varied shifts to support our customers.

Responsibilities include mentoring, independent living coaching, medication administration, and documenting care through detailed notes. Epilepsy management and mental health awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to mentor and develop customer skills.
• Experience in personal care and community support is advantageous.
• Competence in documentation and handover notes.

Responsibilities

• Mentoring and skill development – guiding customers to explore and develop their interests.
• Coaching independent living skills such as cooking and domestic tasks.
• Administering medication and adhering to support plans.
• Completing clear handover notes and incident reports.
• Providing personal care when required (toileting, showering, feeding, dressing).
• Facilitating community access and participation activities.
• Engaging with customers and supporting social and cultural activities.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Flexibility

Driver's license

First Aid

NDIS Worker Screening

Data entry

Mental health awareness

Education

Disability/Community Services qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Disability Support Worker (Day Program and Individual Supports)
• Forster NSW
• Must be happy to do some personal care
• Individual Supports (1 on 1 and 1 on 3 ratio)
• Must have Drivers Licence and Full Comprehensive Insurance.

Own It – How we get the job done

Lifestyle Solutions provide innovative and flexible person-centered support for people living with a disability. Support Worker to assist a customer to become more independent, in their own home and in the community.

As a Support Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Mentoring and skill development – guiding customers to explore and develop their personal interests/hobbies

• Coaching independent living skills such as cooking, domestic and social skills

• Administering medication and adherence to individual support plans

• Completing clear, concise and factual handover notes and incident reports

• Providing personal care such as toileting, showering, feeding and dressing when required

• Helping customers engage with their local communities and culture through access to Community Participation Programs and recreational activities

• Personal care is a must, and must be comfortable and knowledgeable in doing so.

• Epilepsy management knowledge is essential.

• Community Access will also be a requirement at certain times.
• Strong understanding of mental health conditions (depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, mood disorders).
• Understanding of mental health crisis management.
• Basic computer skills (data entry, record keeping, scanning, printing).

Make It Matter – What you will bring to make a difference in other’s lives

• Be willing to be work a variety of shifts which includes mornings, afternoons, evenings, awake shifts, sleepovers and weekends

• Versatile communication skills including the ability to interact with both verbal and non-verbal customers

• Current driver’s license (mandatory requirement)

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or be willing to obtain)

• Current First Aid Certificate, HLTAID003

• Formal qualifications in Disability, Community Services, or similar, would be advantageous
• Be compassionate, reliable and punctual

Keep Calm and Be Happy – How you will interact with people and other benefits

Joining Lifestyle Solutions will give you the satisfaction of making a difference in the lives of your customers. Our team is here because we care, and because of this, we have an enriching and rewarding culture within our teams. Other benefits include:

• Hourly rate based on SCHADS Award

• Team based structure and an inclusive culture

• Ongoing training & development

Respect – Who we are and why we do it

We’re people who care. Lifestyle Solutions provides services to people with a disability, young people and children in Out of Home Care, their families, and communities. Our customers receive services designed to meet their everyday needs and support them to achieve their goals. Our national workforce is committed to providing service that is reliable, responsive, flexible, friendly, empathetic, and caring.

We believe everyone is equal.

We stand for everyone in society having equal opportunity and equal respect. We do this by providing our customers access to quality services and dedicated people who make a real difference in their lives. We believe this is everyone’s fundamental right. You can learn more about us here.

Join Us – Next steps