Support Worker: Independent Living & High-Need Care

Challenge Community Services; Horsley; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Safety & Wellbeing support

Flexible roster

Job summary

Challenge Community Services is seeking compassionate Support Workers to join the Illawarra Accommodation Services in Horsley, NSW. You’ll provide personal care, daily living support and promote independence for clients with high support needs, including those in shared living environments.

The role includes PM/ sleepover shifts as part of a flexible roster. Experience with disability support and strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting high-needs disability clients.
• Correct manual handling and use of aids.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility for varied shifts and rostered work.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support.
• Assist with manual handling and use of aids.
• Support clients with complex needs and medical requirements.
• Foster independence and inclusion in shared living environments.
• Build positive relationships with clients and families.
• Manage challenging situations with empathy and professionalism.

Skills

Disability support

Manual handling

Communication

Roster flexibility

Office basics

Licences & checks

NDIA knowledge

Vehicle access

Cert III/IV in DS

Education

Certificate III/IV in Disability Support

Job description

Challenge Community Services is seeking compassionate Support Workers to join the Illawarra Accommodation Services in Horsley, NSW. You’ll provide personal care, daily living support and promote independence for clients with high support needs, including those in shared living environments.

The role includes PM/ sleepover shifts as part of a flexible roster. Experience with disability support and strong communication is essential.