In-Home Disability Support Specialist – Complex Care

Nextt-Group-Pty-Lt; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 112,000; Part time

Job summary

Nextt is seeking a Female Disability Support Worker to provide person-centred in-home support in East Maitland. The role covers complex care needs, personal care, hoist transfers and medication administration, working across morning, midday and evening shifts.

Applicants should have disability support experience, compliance with checks, and a patient, trauma-informed approach. Casual positions pay SCHADS Award E3.1 rates with employer-supported training.

Qualifications

• Caring, professional approach to disability support.
• Strong observation skills and ability to follow care procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork with the support team.
• Trauma-informed approach to behaviour support.
• Willingness to undertake participant-specific training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care (showering, dressing, grooming).
• Support hoist transfers with two workers.
• Assist with repositioning and pressure care.
• Mealtime assistance and hydration support.
• Administer medications per procedures.
• Catheter care as required.
• Recognise autonomic dysreflexia and follow BP/GTN procedures.
• Wound care awareness and dressing changes when needed.
• Follow Behaviour Support Plan with calm, trauma-informed approach.

Skills

Empathy

Observation skills

Communication skills

Trauma-informed approach

Team collaboration

Training willingness

Job description

Nextt is seeking a Female Disability Support Worker to provide person-centred in-home support in East Maitland. The role covers complex care needs, personal care, hoist transfers and medication administration, working across morning, midday and evening shifts.

Applicants should have disability support experience, compliance with checks, and a patient, trauma-informed approach. Casual positions pay SCHADS Award E3.1 rates with employer-supported training.