High Intensity Disability Support Worker

Montessori Care; Canterbury-Bankstown; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus

Job summary

Montessori Care is seeking a skilled Complex Support Worker to join a stable in‑home care team for long‑term NDIS participants with high physical needs. You will perform PEG feeding, catheter care, complex bowel management, and seizure response as part of a consistent rostered team.

The role requires hands‑on HIPDA experience, a current NSW Driver’s Licence, and relevant certifications. We offer ongoing permanent opportunities, with competitive hourly rates and pathways for upskilling.

Qualifications

• Hands-on HIPDA experience with 3+ clinical tasks required
• Ability to work from day one in a stable team setting
• Current NSW Driver's Licence and own vehicle

Responsibilities

• Perform complex bowel care (enemas/suppositories where delegated)
• Provide urinary catheter care (IDC/SPC - care only)
• Support PEG/PEJ feeding (administer feeds, flushes, hygiene)
• Demonstrate tracheostomy awareness (care/observation)
• Monitor pressure care and skin integrity
• Assist respiratory support awareness
• Offer medication assistance

Skills

HIPDA experience

High-intensity care

In-home care

Person‑centred care

Education

Certificate III/IV in Individual Support

Job description

High Intensity Disability Support Worker

Classification: High Intensity Disability Support Worker

Employment Type: Ongoing Permanent Full Time or Part Time opportunities

Locations: Hurstville/ Wattle Grove/ West Pennant Hills & Surrounding Greater Sydney Areas

*Before you apply, please read carefully*

We are not hiring for a general support worker position. We require workers who have hands‑on, demonstrated HIPDA (High Intensity Daily Activity) experience with at least 3 of the clinical tasks listed below. We are looking for professionals ready to step in from day one.

We have two positions available for workers based in Sydney South-West (Hurstville, Wattle Grove and Roselands) as well as Upper North Sydney (Turramurra, Forestville and West Pennant Hills).

Able to perform the following duties:

• Complex bowel care (including enemas/suppositories if delegated)
• Urinary catheter care (IDC/SPC - care only, not insertion)
• PEG/PEJ feeding support (administer feeds, flushes, hygiene)
• Tracheostomy awareness (care/observation, not tube changes)
• Pressure care/skin integrity monitoring
• Respiratory support awareness
• Medication assistance

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Complex Support Worker with experience to join a stable, coordinated care team supporting long‑term NDIS participants with high physical care needs. Our clients are living at home who require daily clinical‑level personal care including PEG feeding, catheter care, complex bowel management, and seizure response. You will work as part of a consistent team with structured rosters, in a well‑managed and supportive environment.

About Us

Montessori Care is one of Australia’s most trusted providers of in‑home aged care and NDIS disability support services. Inspired by the Montessori philosophy, we deliver respectful, person‑centred care that promotes autonomy, dignity, and personal growth, supporting individuals to live safely and meaningfully at home.

Why Join Montessori Care?

• A generous $100 joining bonus upon completing your first 50 hours with us.
• Personally curated profiles to advertise to new clients.
• Long shifts (up to eight hours a day or more) up for grabs.
• Supportive & free training provided to upskill your portfolio.
• Competitive hourly rates based on experience. Penalty rates apply where applicable.
• Work with one stable, long‑term client in a consistent environment.
• Join a coordinated, well‑managed team of carers.
• Opportunity to provide truly person‑centred care that makes a difference.

What we require

• NSW Driver's Licence and own vehicle with comprehensive insurance
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, WWCC, Police Check, First Aid & CPR
• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Disability / Ageing / Home & Community) or equivalent
• Demonstrated 2+ years' experience in high‑intensity / complex care disability supports (in‑home, SIL, hospital discharge or similar)
• Manual Handling and Behaviour Support training highly regarded