Disability Support Worker – Sydney Region

Zohorecruit; Sydney; On-site; AUD 3,444,000 - 4,822,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Flexible shifts across Sydney

Comprehensive induction and training

Supportive management

Job summary

Caring Approach seeks compassionate Disability Support Workers for the Sydney region. Work across Sydney in clients' homes, providing person-centred care to improve independence and quality of life.

This role involves personal care, domestic tasks, meal prep, medication support, and community participation. We welcome applicants with at least six months of experience, a Certificate III or higher, and appropriate checks (police, WWCC, NDIS).

Qualifications

• Understanding of person-centred care practices.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible.
• Experience with daily living activities and home care is valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including showering, bathing, dressing and hygiene support.
• Complete domestic assistance and household tasks.
• Assist with meal preparation and food service.
• Provide medication assistance and support with activities of daily living.
• Transport clients to medical appointments and community activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate with the care team.

Skills

Person-centred care

Punctual & reliable

Communication

Flexibility

Time management

Education

Certificate III in Disability or Aged Care

Job description

Disability Support Worker – Sydney Region

Sydney, Australia | Posted on 28/07/2026

Caring Approach is a dynamic, supportive, and caring organisation providing tailored in-home support and community care for older people, individuals living with disability, and people requiring short-term assistance following hospital discharge.

We are currently seeking compassionate and professional Disability Support Workers to join our team across Sydney. Regular casual shifts are available throughout:

• Bondi
• Pyrmont
• Waterloo
• Newtown
• Chiswick
• Enfield
• Russell Lea
• North Strathfield
• Birchgrove
• Enmore
• Redfern
• Hornsby
• Epping
• Hills District

As a Disability Support Worker, you will provide person-centred care and support to clients living in their own homes, promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life while assisting with daily living activities and community participation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including showering, bathing, dressing, and hygiene support.
• Complete domestic assistance and household tasks.
• Assist with meal preparation and food service.
• Provide medication assistance.
• Support participants with activities of daily living.
• Transport clients to medical appointments and community activities.
• Support participants with complex care needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with the wider care team.
• Promote participant independence through person-centred support.

Requirements

• Understanding of person-centred care practices.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible.
• Certificate III or higher in Disability, Aged Care, Community Services, or willingness to obtain within 12 months.
• Minimum six months' experience providing personal care.
• Ability to work with clients requiring palliative and complex care.
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to read and interpret service information.
• Current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain prior to employment).
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC).
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate.
• Current Driver's Licence and own fully insured vehicle.
• Smartphone capable of installing workplace applications.
• Current knowledge of NSW Government vaccination requirements for essential workers.
• Empathetic and understanding approach to supporting people with complex needs, including mental health.
• Completion of the NDIS New Worker Orientation Module, or willingness to complete during induction.
• Ability to speak a second language.
• Experience supporting clients to increase their independence.
• Experience or certification in bowel care.
• Experience or certification in medication administration.
• Experience with manual handling.
• Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support strategies and person-centred active support.

Required Documents

Successful applicants will be required to provide relevant compliance documentation following the interview process.

• Competitive casual hourly rates.
• Flexible shifts across Sydney.
• Extremely supportive management team.
• Comprehensive induction and training program.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with disability.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.