Support worker

Caring Your Life Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full driver's license preferred

Own car preferred

Job summary

Caring Your Life Pty Ltd – Castle Hill NSW is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to assist NDIS and Aged Care participants with daily living activities, access to services and care planning. You will work with families and health professionals to promote independence, provide life-skills coaching, and help participants engage in community programs.

Certificate III/IV in Disability Support preferred; experience with disabilities and knowledge of NDIS recommended.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Disability Support (preferred).
• Experience with individuals with disabilities desirable.
• Understanding of the NDIS frameworks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Empathy, patience and a genuine desire to help others.
• Problem-solving and adaptability.
• Experience in providing care or support to individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility).
• Help with meal prep, hydration, housekeeping and shopping.
• Support participation in community activities and social events.
• Develop life skills such as budgeting, cooking, and personal hygiene.
• Encourage goals related to education or employment.
• Maintain records of participant progress and any changes.
• Report concerns to management and coordinate with healthcare professionals.
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Certificate III or IV in Disability Support

Job description

Caring Your Life Pty Ltd – Castle Hill NSW

The Support Worker role involves providing personalized support to NDIS and Aged Care participants. You will assist participants with daily activities, help them access community services, work collaboratively with families and health professionals to create and monitor care plans, and support skill development to promote independence.

Full driver's license preferred.Own car preferred

Key responsibilities

Assist participants with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, and physical tasks as needed

Assist with meal preparation, feeding, hydration, household tasks including cleaning, laundry, and shopping

Support participants in participating in community activities and social events, and facilitate access to recreational programs or services

Aid in the development of life skills, including budgeting, cooking, and personal hygiene

Encourage participants to pursue goals related to education or employment

Maintain accurate records of participant progress, incidents, and any changes in participant condition

Report any concerns or issues to management or relevant stakeholders

Work closely with other healthcare professionals, families, and support networks

Participate in regular team meetings and training sessions

About you

Certificate III or IV in Disability Support or a related field (preferred)

Experience working with individuals with disabilities is highly desirable

Understanding of the NDIS and its frameworks

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help others

Problem-solving abilities and adaptability to different situations

Experience in providing care or support to individuals with disabilities, whether in a professional or voluntary capacity

Familiarity with diverse disabilities and the unique challenges they present