Empowerment-Driven Disability Support Worker Colac

Scope; Colac; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Purchased Leave Scheme

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

HACSU membership

Job summary

Scope in Colac is seeking a Disability Support Worker to provide person-centred care, promote independence and assist with daily living activities. The role is permanent part-time with a monthly total of 96 hours, including all rostered shifts.

You’ll follow documented plans, use de-escalation strategies, and communicate effectively with the team. Training and orientation are provided, with opportunities for professional development within Scope.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Disability or equivalent is highly desirable.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check are required.
• Current Level 2 First Aid & CPR Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide warm, respectful, person-centred support promoting dignity and independence.
• Follow behaviour support strategies, routines and safety procedures.
• Assist participants with daily living, personal care, health routines, and community access.
• Use calm communication and de-escalation to manage behaviours of concern.
• Work independently while following structured support plans.
• Maintain clear documentation and communicate with the team.
• Bring patience, reliability and a calm, supportive approach to every shift.
• Be available to work all shifts listed in roster.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Education

Certificate IV in Disability

Tools

NDIS Worker Screening

Working with Children Check

First Aid & CPR

Job description

Scope in Colac is seeking a Disability Support Worker to provide person-centred care, promote independence and assist with daily living activities. The role is permanent part-time with a monthly total of 96 hours, including all rostered shifts.

You’ll follow documented plans, use de-escalation strategies, and communicate effectively with the team. Training and orientation are provided, with opportunities for professional development within Scope.