Disability Support Specialist — Meaningful Care & Growth

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime opportunities

Comprehensive training

Career advancement

Supportive team

Vereeniging disability-care focus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Disability Support Worker in Vereeniging, Gauteng to provide essential daily living support and help clients participate in community activities. The role emphasizes dignity, autonomy, and person-centered care, with emphasis on communication and teamwork.

You will assist with personal care, mobility, medication administration, and maintaining a safe living environment, while coordinating with families and the support team.

Qualifications

• Qualification in healthcare, social work, or community services preferred.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in direct disability support.
• Strong communication and active listening skills.
• Patience, empathy and ability to work in a team.
• Valid driver’s license is advantageous.
• Willingness to undertake further training.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support per care plans.
• Assist with mobility, transfers and use of assistive devices.
• Support participation in social and community activities.
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor effects.
• Maintain a clean, safe living environment and assist with tasks.
• Document progress and incidents accurately and timely.
• Communicate with clients, families and the support team.
• Implement behaviour support strategies per plans.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Patience

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

Healthcare / social services qualification

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Disability Support Worker in Vereeniging, Gauteng to provide essential daily living support and help clients participate in community activities. The role emphasizes dignity, autonomy, and person-centered care, with emphasis on communication and teamwork.

You will assist with personal care, mobility, medication administration, and maintaining a safe living environment, while coordinating with families and the support team.