Female Disability Support Worker - Illawarra

Sirv; Coniston; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sirv is seeking dedicated Support Specialists to assist young people living with complex mental health conditions and other co-occurring needs across Australia. You will partner with clients, families and a multidisciplinary team to deliver recovery-oriented, person-centered care aimed at improving quality of life and independence.

The role requires trauma-informed practice, strong communication, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in youth or disability support focusing on complex client needs.
• Experience supporting individuals with dual diagnosis, trauma history, or psychosocial disabilities.
• Experience with complex behaviours is highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of recovery-based, person-centered, and trauma-informed care principles.
• Exceptional communication, conflict resolution, and risk management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Current First Aid & CPR and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Recent police check (within past 12 months).
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised, trauma-informed support in line with clients’ care and recovery plans.
• De-escalate behaviours of concern and respond effectively in crisis situations.
• Assist with daily living activities, community participation, and skill development.
• Support clients in managing mental health symptoms, medication adherence, and health appointments.
• Foster meaningful relationships and promote social and emotional well-being.
• Maintain accurate, professional documentation and contribute to team care planning.
• Maintaining accurate health care documentation as required.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Excellent communication

Risk assessment & management

Independent and multidisciplinary work

Education

Certificate IV in Mental Health or Disability

First aid/CPR

Job description

Job details

Are you looking for an opportunity with a dynamic, innovative, growing company that offers promotional opportunities? Are you seeking a workplace that feels like home where you can grow and achieve? Then get excited, this opportunity may be for you!

Sirv is looking for fantastic support specialists with experience working with young people, who are passionate about participant outcomes and have experience dealing with high-needs participants who require complex care.

What is the opportunity?

In this critical role, you will support young people living with complex and persistent mental health conditions—often combined with other complexities such as trauma and cognitive impairment. You'll work closely with clients, their families, and a multidisciplinary team to deliver recovery-oriented, person-centered care that enhances quality of life and independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualised, trauma-informed support in line with clients’ care and recovery plans
• De-escalate behaviours of concern and respond effectively in crisis situations
• Assist with daily living activities, community participation, and skill development
• Support clients in managing mental health symptoms, medication adherence, and health appointments
• Foster meaningful relationships and promote social and emotional well-being
• Maintain accurate, professional documentation and contribute to team care planning
• Maintaining accurate health care documentation as required

What We Require From You

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in youth or disability support, with a focus on complex client needs
• Proven experience supporting individuals with dual diagnosis, trauma history, or psychosocial disabilities
• Experience with complex behaviours will be highly regarded
• Strong understanding of recovery-based, person-centered, and trauma-informed care principles
• Exceptional communication, conflict resolution, and risk management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Current First Aid & CPR and NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Recent (within the past 12 months) police check
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable, insured vehicle

We Also Highly Regard Candidates Who

• Hold a Certificate IV or higher in Mental Health, Community Services, Disability, or equivalent qualification
• Are trained in positive behaviour support and implementing behaviour support plan

Sirv is a leading Disability Support Provider that operates nationally. We have a track record of matching the best Support Specialists with our Participants. Founded and managed by industry leaders who have invested interest in you and your growth & development. Our intention is to be the best, most responsible, and most enjoyable Disability Support Provider to work with across Australia.