Disability Support Worker Required - Kingsgrove NSW

Payworx; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Payworx is seeking a patient, reliable Disability Support Worker to provide 1:1 support for a participant with complex needs in the Kingsgrove area. Available shifts are 8-hour shifts with a consistent ongoing roster and long-term opportunities for the right candidate.

Experience with children and young people with disabilities, including autism and intellectual disability, and non-verbal participants, is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people with disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disability.
• Experience supporting non-verbal participants and those requiring high levels of supervision is highly desirable.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check, WWCC, First Aid & CPR, NDIS Orientation Certificate, and a valid Driver’s Licence are required.

Responsibilities

• Community access and social participation
• Transport to appointments and activities
• Assistance with daily living activities
• Supporting communication and engagement
• Encouraging independence and skill development
• Following support plans and risk management strategies
• Maintaining a safe, structured, and positive environment
• Completing shift notes and incident reports where required

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Observational skills

Communication

Professionalism

Education

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Working With Children Check (WWCC)

First Aid & CPR Certification

NDIS Worker Orientation Certificate

Driver's Licence

Job description

Disability Support Worker Required - Kingsgrove NSW

We are seeking a patient, & reliable Disability Support Workers to provide 1:1 support for a participant with complex support needs in the Kingsgrove area.

Available Shifts

• 8-hour shifts
• Consistent ongoing roster
• Long-term opportunity for the right candidate

Key Responsibilities

• Community access and social participation
• Transport to appointments and activities
• Assistance with daily living activities
• Supporting communication and engagement
• Encouraging independence and skill development
• Following support plans and risk management strategies
• Maintaining a safe, structured, and positive environment
• Completing shift notes and incident reports where required

Essential Experience
Applicants must have experience working with children and young people with disabilities, particularly those living with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disability.
Experience supporting participants who are non-verbal and require high levels of supervision and engagement is highly desirable.

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Patience, empathy, and professionalism
• Strong observational skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Understanding of person-centred supports
• Experience implementing support plans and behavioural strategies
• Confidence supporting participants with sensory needs and complex behaviours
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
• Current Driver's Licence
• Reliable vehicle with Comprehensive Car Insurance
• NDIS Worker Orientation Certificate
• Previous experience working with children with disabilities
• Excellent communication and written reporting skills
• Experience supporting participants with Autism
• Experience supporting non-verbal individuals
• Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support
• Knowledge of sensory regulation strategies
• Ability to build positive and professional working relationships with participants and families

What We Offer

• Consistent 8-hour shifts available 7 days per week
• Ongoing support from management
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a participant's life

Only applicants with relevant disability support experience will be considered.