Disability Support Worker – Katoomba, NSW

Chosen Family; Katoomba; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chosen Family seeks dedicated Disability Support Workers to join our team in NSW. The role focuses on supporting individuals with high behaviours and mental health challenges, with driving as a key component.

A current driver's licence is essential, and we welcome applicants who are passionate about making a meaningful impact in our community. You will help clients engage with their community through person-centred programs, build strong relationships across diverse backgrounds, and apply

Qualifications

• Experience as a Disability Support Worker or similar.
• Current driver’s licence and reliable vehicle.
• WWCC and NDIS Worker Screening required.
• First Aid Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in leading an active lifestyle and community engagement through person-centred programs.
• Build strong relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Use positive behaviour strategies with a trauma-informed approach to support.
• Assist with personal care, hygiene, meals, medications, community access and appointments.
• Maintain accurate progress notes and thorough record-keeping.
• Demonstrate strong computer, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Apply transferable care, empathy, and support skills.
• Respectfully assist with personal care and domestic duties to preserve dignity and independence.

Skills

Empathy and interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Person-centred care

Trauma-informed practices

Community engagement

Education

First Aid Certificate

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Driver's license

Tools

Reliable vehicle

Valid driver's license

Job description

Chosen Family fosters a community-centric ecosystem that embraces diversity, flexibility, and enrichment for all. We continuously reimagine how our services can create platforms for equality, inclusion, and belonging. Committed to a culture of acceptance, we ensure that everyone is welcomed and valued. Recognising the interconnectedness of our humanity, we strive to empower individuals to live independently. By honouring each person’s unique identity and experiences, we celebrate and uplift one another in return.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team—people who are committed to going above and beyond for our community, our clients, and each other. We are specifically looking for experienced Disability Support Workers, particularly those with a background in supporting individuals with high behaviours and mental health challenges. A current driver’s licence is essential, as driving will be a key part of the role. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities Of The Role

• Support clients in leading an active lifestyle and engaging with their community through person-centred programs and meaningful activities.
• Build strong, positive relationships with people from diverse backgrounds, gender expressions, personalities, and cultures.
• Utilise positive behaviour strategies, a person-centred approach, and a trauma-informed lens to provide effective support.
• Assist clients with personal care, hygiene, meal preparation, medication management, community access, and appointments.
• Maintain accurate progress notes and ensure thorough record-keeping.
• Demonstrate strong computer, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Apply transferable skills in providing care, empathy, and support to others.
• Respectfully assist with personal care and domestic duties, ensuring dignity and independence.

Applicants Must Have

• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• First Aid Certificate
• Valid Drivers License
• Reliable Vehicle
• LGBTQIA+ awareness

We strongly encourage applications from people with a disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, Culturally & Linguistically Diverse people, and LGBTQIA+ people. We welcome and value your lived experience and knowledge. If you are comfortable doing so, please let us know in your cover letter if this applies to you.