Disability Support Worker – On-the-Job Training

Thorndale Foundation; Penrith City Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Job summary

Thorndale Foundation in the Nepean region is seeking passionate Disability Support Workers to help participants live independently in their community. You will assist with daily tasks, transport, meal prep, and skill development in a caring environment.

The role requires a Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent, plus a NSW Drivers Licence, First Aid, and NDIS Worker Screening. On-the-job training is provided, and you will join a not-for-profit team dedicated to advocacy

Qualifications

• Strong person-centered care approaches and empathy.
• Clear communication with participants, families and teams.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts across the week.
• Current NSW Drivers Licence and First Aid certification.
• Willingness to obtain NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the overall care, health and well-being of participants.
• Support social engagement and community inclusion for participants.
• Assist with household tasks, meals and laundry as required.
• Develop participant skills: shopping, cooking, transport, money handling.
• Provide transport to appointments and accompany participants when needed.
• Support participants to achieve individual personal goals.

Skills

Person-centered care

Written and verbal communication

Flexibility

Driver's Licence

First Aid

NDIS Screening Check

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability or equivalent)

Job description

Thorndale Foundation in the Nepean region is seeking passionate Disability Support Workers to help participants live independently in their community. You will assist with daily tasks, transport, meal prep, and skill development in a caring environment.

The role requires a Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent, plus a NSW Drivers Licence, First Aid, and NDIS Worker Screening. On-the-job training is provided, and you will join a not-for-profit team dedicated to advocacy