Overnight Personal Assistant & Wheelchair Vehicle Driver

Disability North; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Disability North seeks a Personal Assistant to support a 27-year-old in the home. The role requires overnight and day shifts, with duties including learning the client’s communication methods, providing patient and calm care, and assisting with mobility tasks such as hoisting, pushing and bending.

A driver experienced with wheelchair-adapted vehicles is essential. Applicants should be reliable, discreet, and able to work outside standard hours.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated patience and calmness when supporting a young adult.
• Ability to be attentive and responsive to non-verbal cues.

Responsibilities

• Provide overnight support in the home as needed.
• Learn and adapt to the son’s communication methods (eye pointing, limited vocalisation).
• Avoid shouting or raised voices to prevent distress.
• Assist with hoisting, pushing and bending as required.
• Drive wheelchair-adapted large vehicles as needed for activities.

Skills

Patience

Calm demeanor

Attentiveness

confidentiality

Job description

Disability North seeks a Personal Assistant to support a 27-year-old in the home. The role requires overnight and day shifts, with duties including learning the client’s communication methods, providing patient and calm care, and assisting with mobility tasks such as hoisting, pushing and bending.

A driver experienced with wheelchair-adapted vehicles is essential. Applicants should be reliable, discreet, and able to work outside standard hours.