Empowerment Disability Support Specialist

Hand & Home Disability Services; Sutherland Shire Council; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team

Development opportunities

Meaningful work

Job summary

Hand & Home Disability Services in the Sutherland Shire and St George areas is seeking reliable Disability Support Workers to provide 1:1, 1:2 and 1:3 support for clients with complex needs, in home and community settings.

Roles involve weekday, before/after school, overnights, and weekend shifts, with increased hours in school holidays. You’ll help clients develop independence, life skills and meaningful social engagement with close supervision and safety at all times.

Qualifications

• NDIS Worker Screening Check is required.
• WWCC is required.
• Current First Aid & CPR certification.
• Australian driver's licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 supervision and support for participants with complex needs.
• Deliver 1:1, 1:2 and 1:3 support in SIL, MTA and STA settings.
• Deliver personal care including toileting, hygiene and daily living assistance.
• Administer medications per support plans.
• Implement Behaviour Support Plans and respond to behaviours of concern.
• Support clients to participate in community activities and outings.
• Assist with life skills and structured daily routines.
• Maintain clear communication with families and care teams.
• Complete shift notes and documentation to professional standards.

Skills

Disability support

1:1 & group support

Behaviour management

Emotional regulation

Reliability & professionalism

Education

NDIS Worker Screening Check

WWCC

First Aid & CPR

Australian Driver’s Licence

Job description

Hand & Home Disability Services in the Sutherland Shire and St George areas is seeking reliable Disability Support Workers to provide 1:1, 1:2 and 1:3 support for clients with complex needs, in home and community settings.

Roles involve weekday, before/after school, overnights, and weekend shifts, with increased hours in school holidays. You’ll help clients develop independence, life skills and meaningful social engagement with close supervision and safety at all times.