Disability Support Workers

True Living; Sydney; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

True Living in Sydney is seeking a compassionate Disability Support Worker to deliver person-centred, high-quality care to clients with diverse needs. You’ll help clients identify goals, support daily living, and empower choice in how they live.

Role requires flexible availability, including weekends, evenings, public holidays, and overnight shifts. You’ll follow care and behaviour support plans, maintain accurate documentation, and promote safety and independence across community activities.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, Aged Care, Home and Community Care, or Mental Health (or currently working towards).
• Previous industry experience in Australia or relevant personal lived experience.
• Full valid NSW Driver’s License & Reliable vehicle with Comprehensive Car Insurance.
• COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate/Proof of Vaccination.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Valid Working with Children Check for paid employment (or willing to obtain).
• Current National Police Check (or willing to obtain).
• Completion of NDIS Worker Orientation Modules (or willing to obtain).
• Smartphone with reliable internet access and the ability to download/use rostering applications.

Responsibilities

• Daily Living Support: Provide personal care, medication administration, and meals per care plans.
• Promote Independence: Use active support to engage participants in daily activities and tasks.
• Community Connection: Help participants engage in hobbies and social activities and assist with transport.
• Specialised Care: Support participants with high physical needs or behaviours of concern per plans.
• Equipment & Advocacy: Maintain aids and equipment and advocate for access to resources.
• Documentation: Complete accurate case notes and client records in a timely manner.
• Environment: Maintain a safe, respectful environment at all times.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Follow care & behaviour plans

Strong communication

Documentation accuracy

Safety & respect

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support or similar

Job description

At True Living, we see you beyond your disability. What are your needs, interests and concerns? We listen, learn and understand, offering personalised care that makes you feel seen and heard.

About the role

As a Disability Support Worker at Trueliving NDIS, your primary focus is delivering person-centred, high-quality support to people with a disability. You will assist clients to identify and achieve the goals that matter to them, and empower them to make informed choices about how they want to live their lives.

The successful will need to have flexible availability, including weekends, evenings, public holidays, and overnight shifts.

Role Responsibilities

Daily Living Support: Provide personal care (grooming, toileting), medication administration, and meal preparation in line with individual care plans.

Promote Independence: Use active support principles to encourage participants to engage in daily activities and domestic tasks.

Community Connection: Help participants engage in hobbies and social interests, while assisting with transport (public transport, taxis, and company vehicles).

Specialised Care: Support participants with high physical needs or behaviours of concern, following manual handling assessments and behaviour support plans.

Equipment & Advocacy: Maintain communication aids and personal equipment while advocating for participants and their families to access community resources.

Documentation: Complete accurate case notes, medical records, and client management updates in a timely and professional manner.

Environment: Foster an enjoyable, respectful, and safe environment for all participants at all times.

What You’ll Bring

A compassionate, person-centred approach to disability support.

The ability to follow complex care and behaviour support plans.

Strong communication skills and a commitment to maintaining accurate documentation.

A focus on safety, respect, and promoting participant choice.

Requirements & Qualifications

Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, Aged Care, Home and Community Care, or Mental Health (or currently working towards).

Previous industry experience in Australia or relevant personal lived experience.

Full valid NSW Driver’s License & Reliable vehicle with Comprehensive Car Insurance.

COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate/Proof of Vaccination.

Current First Aid and CPR certificates.

Valid Working with Children Check for paid employment (or willing to obtain).

Current National Police Check (or willing to obtain).

Completion of NDIS Worker Orientation Modules (or willing to obtain).

Smartphone with reliable internet access and the ability to download/use rostering applications.