Female Disability Support Workers - Northcote

Nextt Group Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 112,000; Part time

Job summary

Nextt Group Pty Ltd in Northcote, Victoria is seeking experienced Female Disability Support Workers to support a client with complex needs in a home setting. The role covers person-centred support, medication assistance, mobility and clinical tasks, with a focus on safety and dignity.

Shifts available: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10:00am–3:00pm. Successful applicants must travel to Kirrawee and hold current NDIS Worker Screening, Working with Children (where required), First Aid/CPR.

Qualifications

• Experience managing behaviours of concern and complex support needs.
• Knowledge of restrictive practices and compliance requirements.
• Experience with medication assistance, epilepsy and clinical support.
• Confidence with manual handling, bowel care and catheter support.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Calm, patient and proactive; able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to a participant with complex needs.
• Implement Behaviour Support Plans and follow authorised restrictive practices.
• Support medication management and epilepsy care.
• Assist with manual handling, mobility, complex bowel care and catheter support.
• Maintain a safe and supportive home environment.
• Complete accurate shift notes, incident reports and documentation.
• Promote independence, dignity and positive relationships.

Skills

Behaviour management

Restrictive practices

Medication assistance

Manual handling

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Independence and teamwork

Job description

Female Disability Support Workers - Northcote

Make a meaningful difference with Nextt!
Nextt is seeking experienced, compassionate and confident FEMALE Disability Support Workers to join a dedicated team supporting a client inNorthcote, Victoria.
Available shift times:

• Monday: 10:00am-3:00pm
• Tuesday: 10:00am - 3:00pm
• Thursday: 10:00am - 3:00pm
• Friday:10:00am - 3:00pm
  

An optimised roster will be finalised closer to commencement, with successful applicants having the opportunity to select their preferred roster line, subject to availability and operational requirements.
Applicants must be willing to travel to Northcote and have flexibility to work across the available shifts.
Role and Responsibilities:

• Provide person-centred support to a participant with complex needs.
• Implement Behaviour Support Plans and follow authorised restrictive practices.
• Support medication management and epilepsy care.
• Assist with manual handling, mobility, complex bowel care and catheter support.
• Maintain a safe and supportive home environment.
• Complete accurate shift notes, incident reports and documentation.
• Promote independence, dignity and positive relationships.

About You:
We are seeking experienced Female Disability Support Workers with:

• Experience managing behaviours of concern and complex support needs.
• Knowledge of restrictive practices and compliance requirements.
• Experience with medication assistance, epilepsy and clinical support.
• Confidence with manual handling, bowel care and catheter support.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• A calm, patient and proactive approach.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Essential Requirements

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current Working with Children Check (where required).
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Relevant disability support experience, particularly within complex support environments.
• Ability and willingness to travel to Kirrawee.

Pay Rates
Casual – SCHADS Award E3.1 (In-Home & SIL)
Competitive casual rates apply, before tax:

• Base rate: $36.81 per hour
• Afternoon shift: $40.49 per hour
• Active night shift: $41.23 per hour
• Saturday: $51.54 per hour
• Sunday: $66.26 per hour
• Public holiday: $80.99 per hour

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are an experienced Disability Support Worker with the skills, confidence and compassion to support someone with complex needs, we would love to hear from you!