Disability Support Worker – Spinal Injury Care (Sleepover Shifts)

Frontline Human Resources; Hornsby; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Unidex Healthcare seeks a compassionate Disability Support Worker to join a client’s team in Avalon Beach, NSW. The role provides 24/7 support for a middle-aged male with spinal cord injury and hypoxic brain injury, requiring careful personal care, transfers, and adherence to complex care plans.

Ideal candidates have experience with spinal injuries, bowel therapy, catheter management, sleepovers, and a valid Australian driver licence. Flexible shifts and a team-oriented approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in manual handling and complex care needs.
• Experience with spinal cord injury patients preferred.
• Current First Aid & CPR certification required.
• NDIS worker modules and clearances required.

Responsibilities

• Full sling hoist transfers.
• Personal care and meal preparation.
• Medication administration.
• Community access and outings (must hold a full Australian driver licence).
• Domestic tasks as required.

Skills

Manual handling

Medication administration

Complex care needs

Skin assessments

Personal care

First Aid & CPR

National Police Clearance

NDIS Worker Orientation

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Working with Children Check

Full Australian working rights

Certificate III or Higher

Driver's licence

Education

Certificate III or Higher

Job description

Unidex Healthcare seeks a compassionate Disability Support Worker to join a client’s team in Avalon Beach, NSW. The role provides 24/7 support for a middle-aged male with spinal cord injury and hypoxic brain injury, requiring careful personal care, transfers, and adherence to complex care plans.

Ideal candidates have experience with spinal injuries, bowel therapy, catheter management, sleepovers, and a valid Australian driver licence. Flexible shifts and a team-oriented approach are essential.