Disability Support Worker - Yass

Access Lifecare; Yass Valley Council; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

SchADS Award penalty rates for after‑h

Regular supervision and support

Job summary

Access Lifecare is seeking enthusiastic Disability Support Workers for a Supported Independent Living Facility in Yass. You will provide personalised support, assist with daily living tasks and help clients participate in routine and social activities.

Role requires working across various shifts with a focus on safety, independence, and compassionate, respectful care for residents. Training and supervision are provided to support your professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Cert III in Disability/Aged Care/Community or Mental Health
• Experience with people with disabilities and complex needs is desirable
• Flexible availability including mornings, days, evenings, weekends

Responsibilities

• Supports clients with activities of daily living
• Assists with personal care and domestic tasks
• Provides companionship and emotional support
• Transports clients to appointments or activities (if required)

Education

Cert III in Disability/Aged Care/Community or Mental Health

Job description

Are you interested in making a real difference in people’s life?

Are youpassionateabout peopleand wanting to provide a personalised realistic support to the vulnerable?

We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate Disability Support Workers for working within our Supported Independent Living Facility's located in Yass.

You will be highly supported in your role with opportunity for professional supervision and ongoing support.

The Role

The role of disability support workers will include and not limited to : Supports clients with activities of daily living, Assisting with personal care, Providing domestic assistance (house cleaning, washing, tidying up), Assisting with meal preparation, Providing companionship and emotional support, Transporting client to appointments and/or recreational activities (if required)

To be successful for this position you will require.

Minimum of Cert III in Disability/Aged Care/Community or Mental Health

Experience of working with people with disabilities, challenging behaviour and complex physical disabilities (desired)

Flexibility and availability is essential in this role, with the ability to work a variety of shifts; morning, day, afternoon, evening, night and weekends

Willingness to work in the community

If you are an experienced and dedicated care worker committed to helping people with disability we would love to hear from you

Essential for this Role

1-2 years of disability support work or personal care experience (desired)

Valid work rights in Australia

Current National Police Check (within 12 months validity), (or be prepared to obtain)

Current First Aid & CPR certification (or be prepared to obtain)

Working with vulnerable people card

Demonstrated experience/knowledge in working with people with disability

Be comfortable working independently as well as an active team member

NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) Worker Orientation Module Certificate is mandatory prior to commencement: https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/workers/support-for-workers/training-course

What We Offer

Flexibility in working hours to suit work-life balance needs

Fixed days and ongoing rosters

Competitive industry hourly rates in line with your experience and qualifications - paid fortnightly

SCHADS Award penalty rates for evenings and weekends

Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ongoing support and advice from our experienced and friendly, office and management team with regular follow ups