Female Disability Support Workers

Eloma Care; Sydney; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym membership reimbursement

Recognition programs

Team outings

Job summary

Eloma Care is seeking a dedicated Lifestyle Assistant to work with participants in Denham Court and Airds. You will support daily living, encourage independence, and participate in community activities to improve quality of life for individuals with complex needs.

The role emphasizes collaborative care with families and supports, precise record-keeping, and advocacy for participants’ rights and safety, while adhering to approved practices.

Qualifications

• Experience with high needs and complex behaviours; identify triggers and de-escalation strategies.
• Desirable experience supporting participants with severe autism and using alternative communication methods.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living with purpose, helping participants build confidence and independence in routines.
• Encourage independence and empower clients to make choices.
• Join participants in community activities, social programs and outings.
• Collaborate with participants, families and supports to understand goals and preferences.
• Maintain clear, accurate records and review support plans.
• Help participants express their views and feel heard and respected.
• Identify and report risks or concerns to supervisors promptly.
• Use approved practices and ensure care remains compliant.

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support or related field

Mental Health

Aged Care

Disability Work

Job description

Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference and feel valued every day? Join our supportive, people-focused team at Denham Court and Airds!

At our core, we care deeply about the people we support and the team who makes it all happen. We take pride in delivering high-quality, person-centred support and creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and appreciated.

What you’ll be doing

As a Lifestyle Assistant you will:

• Support daily living with purpose: Help participants build confidence and independence in their everyday routines.
• Encourage independence: Empower our clients to make choices and build confidence in their own abilities.
• Stay connected: Join participants in community activities, social programs, and outings like shopping or events.
• Collaborate with care: Work closely with participants, their families, and key supports to understand their goals and preferences.
• Keeping things on track: Maintain clear and accurate records, review support plans, and follow best-practice guidelines.
• Champion rights and voice: Help participants express their views, raise concerns, and feel heard and respected.
• Look out for safety: Identify and report any risks or concerns to your supervisor promptly.
• Uphold best practice: Only use approved, trained restrictive practices when required and always with care and compliance.

Specialist Requirements & Shift Schedule

• High Needs & Behaviours: Has experience with high needs and complex behaviours. Essential experience in identifying triggers, implementing de-escalation strategies.
• Autism & Non-Verbal Experience: Highly desirable experience supporting participants with severe autism and utilising alternative communication methods.
• Shift Schedule:
• Afternoon Active Support: 2:30 PM / 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Morning Active Support: 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM

What makes us different?

• A genuinely caring and modern team who put people first
• A strong, supportive culture where your wellbeing matters
• Opportunities to grow, share ideas, and make a lasting impact

How we take care of you?

• Reward & Recognition programs: with recognition rewarded monthly and yearly.
• Fun outings: including paintball, escape rooms, spa days - just to name a few
• Gym membership: Eloma Care have you covered, we offer reimbursement of 50% at the gym of your choice
• Just to name a few!

What we need from you?

• Current NDIS Worker Screening and WWCC (if required)
• First Aid Certificate
• Driver’s License
• Reliable and comprehensively insured vehicle
• New Worker NDIS Induction Module
• Clear Police Check
• Smartphone

Experience Check: A formal certificate may not be required if the individual has the relevant experience and skills noted above. Recommended qualifications include a Certificate III in Individual Support, Mental Health, Aged Care, Community Services, Disability Work, or similar.

We’re proud to be an employer of choice and we’re looking for people who share our passion for making a difference.

If you’re compassionate, reliable, and want to join a workplace that celebrates both teamwork and individuality, we’d love to hear from you.