Disability Support Workers - Wadalba (Males)

Maxlife Care Pty; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Buddy shifts with experienced DSPs

Learning and development opportunities

Permanent Part Time opportunities

Support & mentor people with Disabilt…

Attractive SCHADS pay rates

Opportunities to move into permanent •

Sonder EAP and Wellbeing support

Job summary

Maxlife Care Pty is seeking a Disability Support Worker for a male client in Wadalba, NSW. The role involves 24/7 SIL support, including morning routines, community access, meal prep, evening supervision and overnight tasks.

Ideal candidates hold a Certificate III in Individual Support, with experience in dementia or Alzheimer's, and demonstrate calm, trauma-informed care. NSW driver’s license is desirable for client transportation and routine activities.

Qualifications

• certificate in disability/ageing required or related qualification
• experience with dementia/Alzheimer's disease preferred
• ability to implement Positive Behaviour Support strategies and trauma-informed care

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 SIL support across morning routines, community access, meals and supervision
• Assist with personal care, including showering, dressing, grooming and continence support
• manage medication administration as per care plan and clinical oversight
• document shift notes and incidents accurately in line with NDIS Practice Standards

Skills

Positive Behaviour Support

Dementia care

Trauma-informed care

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, Ageing, or a related qualification

Certificate IV in related qualification (desirable)

Job description

Disability Support Workers - Wadalba (Males)

Experienced, calm and confident DSW wanted for a SIL house at Wadalba, NSW, supporting a gentleman living with early onset Alzheimer's disease.

03rd September, 2026

Maxlife Care is a leading Doctor-led NDIS provider, delivering personalized and clinically robust care to participants with complex needs. We are driven by our shared purpose to provide the highest standard of quality social and clinical care, supporting our participants to live their lives to Max!
Our experienced team ensures our unique ability to support the most complex medical, social and aspirational needs. As a result, we are growing fast!
Our values are being and belonging, quality, integrity, innovation, empathy and diversity are at the heart of every decision we make as a team.
About the Client: Our client is a gentleman in his late 50s living with early onset Alzheimer's disease and coeliac disease. Before his diagnosis, he was an active man who enjoyed the gym, church and the company of family. When supported by calm, familiar staff and a predictable routine, he can still be sociable and easy-going, enjoying simple conversation and time outdoors.

• Personal care including showering, dressing, grooming and continence support, delivered with dignity and warmth.
• Frequent verbal prompting and hands-on support to guide the client through daily routines.
• Medication administration in line with the care plan (clinical oversight provided).
• Meal planning, preparation and supervision, maintaining a strict gluten-free environment for coeliac safety.
• 1:1 community access, transport and social participation, with close supervision to manage disorientation and absconding risk.
• Active overnight supervision, including support with disrupted sleep and settling.
• Accurate documentation of shift notes, medication records, incidents and behavioural observations in line with NDIS Practice Standards.

About the Role

This is a male-only role. Being male is a genuine occupational requirement under Section 30 of the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth), given the nature of intimate personal care our client requires and the client's preferences and safety considerations documented in his care plan.
You will support our client across a 24/7 SIL model, working across morning routines, community access, meal preparation, evening supervision and active overnight shifts. You will work alongside a small, dedicated household team, guided by a Positive Behaviour Support Plan and supported by our clinical and rostering functions.

About You

• Male applicants only, under Section 30 of the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth).
• Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, Ageing, or a related qualification (Certificate IV highly desirable).
• Demonstrated experience supporting clients with dementia, Alzheimer's disease or acquired brain injury.
• Confidence with Positive Behaviour Support strategies and trauma-informed care.
• Physical presence, resilience and manual handling competence to manage occasional aggression during personal care safely and calmly.
• Coeliac awareness and strict gluten-free food handling.
• Calm, patient communication style - able to de-escalate without confrontation.
• Reliable, punctual, non-judgemental and committed to continuity for the client.
• Availability for a mix of day, evening and active overnight shifts.
• NSW Driver’s License (or similar) plus own car is desirable.

Our benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Buddy shifts with experienced Disability Support Practitioners
• Learning and development opportunities
• Opportunities to transition into Permanent Part Time employment.
• Support & mentor people with Disabilities and make a difference
• Attractive and Competitive Pay Rates (SCHADS Award)
• Opportunities to move into permanent roles
• Partnership with Sonder for EAP and Wellbeing support.

All staff must be vaccinated against COVID-19.