NDIS - Support worker

True Living; Strathfield Municipal Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

True Living in NSW is seeking a dedicated Disability Support Worker to provide person-centred, high-quality care to clients with disabilities. You will assist with daily living tasks, empower clients to set goals, and support them to make informed choices about how they want to live.

The role requires flexibility including weekends, evenings, public holidays and overnight shifts, a strong focus on safety, respectful relationships, and accurate documentation of care plans and client notes.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, person-centred approach to disability support.
• Ability to follow complex care and behaviour support plans.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to maintaining accurate documentation.
• Focus on safety, respect, and promoting participant choice.

Responsibilities

• Daily Living Support: provide personal care, medication administration, and meal preparation per care plans.
• Promote Independence: encourage participants to engage in daily activities and domestic tasks.
• Community Connection: assist with hobbies, social activities and transport.
• Specialised Care: support high-need participants following handling and behaviour support plans.
• Equipment & Advocacy: maintain communication aids and equipment, advocate for access to community resources.
• Documentation: complete accurate case notes and client records timely.
• Environment: foster a safe, respectful setting for all participants.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Communication skills

Safety focus

Education

Certificate III in Care/Disability

Job description

At True Living, we see you beyond your disability. What are your needs, interests and concerns? We listen, learn and understand, offering personalised care that makes you feel seen and heard.

About the role

As a Disability Support Worker at Trueliving NDIS, your primary focus is delivering person-centred, high-quality support to people with a disability. You will assist clients to identify and achieve the goals that matter to them, and empower them to make informed choices about how they want to live their lives.

The successful will need to have flexible availability, including weekends, evenings, public holidays, and overnight shifts.

Role Responsibilities

• Daily Living Support: Provide personal care (grooming, toileting), medication administration, and meal preparation in line with individual care plans.
• Promote Independence: Use active support principles to encourage participants to engage in daily activities and domestic tasks.
• Community Connection: Help participants engage in hobbies and social interests, while assisting with transport (public transport, taxis, and company vehicles).
• Specialised Care: Support participants with high physical needs or behaviours of concern, following manual handling assessments and behaviour support plans.
• Equipment & Advocacy: Maintain communication aids and personal equipment while advocating for participants and their families to access community resources.
• Documentation: Complete accurate case notes, medical records, and client management updates in a timely and professional manner.
• Environment: Foster an enjoyable, respectful, and safe environment for all participants at all times.

What You’ll Bring

• A compassionate, person-centred approach to disability support.
• The ability to follow complex care and behaviour support plans.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to maintaining accurate documentation.
• A focus on safety, respect, and promoting participant choice.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, Aged Care, Home and Community Care, or Mental Health (or currently working towards).
• Previous industry experience in Australia or relevant personal lived experience.
• Full valid NSW Driver’s License & Reliable vehicle with Comprehensive Car Insurance.
• COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate/Proof of Vaccination.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Valid Working with Children Check for paid employment (or willing to obtain).
• Current National Police Check (or willing to obtain).
• Completion of NDIS Worker Orientation Modules (or willing to obtain).
• Smartphone with reliable internet access and the ability to download/use rostering applications.

Email **@trueliving.com.au for more information