Residential Disability Support Worker - Flexible Shifts

Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety; Maryborough; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety in Maryborough is seeking a dedicated Disability Support Worker to help participants with intellectual disabilities live as independently as possible. You will support emotional, social, financial and physical wellbeing, and assist with daily living tasks and health care.

The role requires flexible shifts, excellent communication, and a team-focused or autonomous approach.

Qualifications

• Experience as a disability support worker in residential settings.
• Certificate IV in Disability Support completed.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates as required.
• NDIS Worker Orientation and relevant clearances where applicable.
• Current Australian driver’s licence (C/CA class) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily household tasks for participants, including meals, cleaning, shopping and laundry.
• Support personal hygiene, grooming, toileting and safe mealtimes.
• Assist with personal and health care, including medications as prescribed.
• Provide person-centred support for individuals with complex needs and disabilities.
• Apply Positive Behaviour Support strategies and trauma-informed approaches.
• Engage participants in activities to promote independence and participation.

Skills

Great communication

Team player

Autonomous

Flexible

Empathetic

Education

Certificate IV in Disability Support

Job description

Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety in Maryborough is seeking a dedicated Disability Support Worker to help participants with intellectual disabilities live as independently as possible. You will support emotional, social, financial and physical wellbeing, and assist with daily living tasks and health care.

The role requires flexible shifts, excellent communication, and a team-focused or autonomous approach.