Disability Support Worker - West Pymble

Nextt-Group-Pty-Lt; Sydney; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Nextt is seeking compassionate Disability Support Workers to provide in-home support in West Pymble, NSW. You will help a participant maintain daily routines, wellbeing and independence with a person-centred approach.

Key duties include manual handling, bowel care and catheter management, medication administration, domestic tasks and providing companionship to promote dignity and independence. A current NDIS Worker Screening Check, WWCC, First Aid/CPR, a valid NSW driver’s licence and reliable

Qualifications

• Experience in in-home disability support settings.
• Ability to follow care plans and safety procedures.
• Current checks: NDIS Worker Screening, WWCC, First Aid/CPR.
• Valid Australian Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to maintain daily routines.
• Manual handling assistance.
• Support bowel care and catheter management.
• Assist with medication administration.
• Complete domestic cleaning and household tasks.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Promote dignity, choice and independence.
• Build trusting relationships with the participant.

Skills

Manual handling

Medication administration

Communication skills

Compassionate

Reliability

Job description

Make a meaningful difference with Nextt! At Nextt, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live with dignity, independence and choice.

We're looking for compassionate, reliable and experienced Disability Support Workers to provide in-home support in West Pymble, NSW.

If you're confident providing personal care and clinical support, take pride in creating a safe and comfortable home environment, and enjoy building positive relationships, we'd love to hear from you!

About the Role

You'll provide consistent, person-centred support to help a participant maintain their daily routines, wellbeing and independence in the comfort of their own home.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing safe and appropriate manual handling assistance
• Supporting bowel care and catheter management
• Assisting with medication administration in line with relevant procedures
• Completing domestic cleaning and household tasks
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Promoting dignity, choice, comfort and independence
• Building a positive, respectful and trusting relationship with the participant

Available Shifts

We are seeking workers who can commit to the following fortnightly roster.

Week 1

• Monday to Sunday: 6:00 am - 8:30 am

Week 2

• Monday to Friday: 6:00 am - 8:30 am

These are early morning shifts, so reliability and consistent availability are essential. There is no gender preference for this role.

Pay Rates - SCHADS Award E3.1 (Casual) Competitive casual rates apply, before tax:

• Base rate: $36.81 per hour
• Afternoon shift: $40.49 per hour
• Active night shift: $41.23 per hour
• Saturday: $51.54 per hour
• Sunday: $66.26 per hour
• Public holiday: $80.99 per hour

Applicable rates depend on the shift worked and relevant award provisions.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need:

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates
• Completed NDIS Orientation Module - Quality, Safety and You
• Current, valid Australian Driver's Licence
• Reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance
• Relevant disability support experience
• Confidence and demonstrated competency in manual handling, bowel care and catheter management
• The ability to provide safe, respectful and person-centred support
• Strong communication skills and a reliable, professional approach

Why Join Nextt?

At Nextt, you'll be part of a team that values the people we support and the workers who make a difference every day. We're committed to supporting independence, promoting inclusion and helping people achieve their personal goals.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you have the experience, skills and availability to provide quality in-home support in West Pymble, we'd love to hear from you.