• Full job descriptionA genuine commitment to supporting people with disabilities and delivering person-centred care.
• Previous experience in disability support, aged care, or community services.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with clients and their support networks.
• The physical ability to assist clients with personal care, daily activities, and mobility requirements.
• Good organisational skills, punctuality, reliability, and effective time management.
• The ability to respond flexibly to changing client needs and circumstances.
• A current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• A current Working With Children Check or willingness to apply for one, where required.
• A valid driver's licence and access to reliable transport.
• A strong understanding of confidentiality, professional boundaries, and client privacy.
• The ability to solve problems, work independently, and collaborate effectively with a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualised personal care and daily living assistance, including hygiene, grooming, mobility, and other personal needs.
• Encourage clients to participate in social, recreational, and community activities to promote inclusion and wellbeing.
• Assist with meal preparation, grocery shopping, household duties, and maintaining a comfortable living environment.
• Maintain accurate client records, progress notes, and documentation of services provided.
• Communicate professionally with clients, families, colleagues, and relevant service providers to support coordinated care.
• Accompany clients to medical appointments, educational activities, and community engagements as required.
• Help clients develop practical life skills, confidence, and greater independence in their daily routines.
• Follow individual support plans and adapt assistance according to each client's abilities, preferences, and changing requirements.
• Promote a clean, safe, and supportive environment in accordance with workplace health and safety procedures.
• Identify and promptly report incidents, risks, safeguarding concerns, and changes in client wellbeing in line with organisational policies.
• Respect each client's dignity, choices, rights, cultural background, and personal preferences while maintaining professional standards of care.

Pay: $29,423.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person