Disability Support Practitioner at Cerebral Palsy Alliance
Australian capital territory, Australian Capital Territory, Australia -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Dec, 26

Salary

40000.0

Posted On

17 Sep, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Industry

Healthcare & Life Sciences

Description

Role Overview

 

We are looking for dedicated Disability Support Workers to join our Accommodation and Respite service at our Beacon Hill group home. This is a Permanent Part-Time opportunity, offering approximately 30+ hours per week across a variety of shifts, including morning, day, evening, and awake night shifts.

As a Disability Support Worker (DSW) in a CPA SIL home, you will provide compassionate, person-centred support to clients in a domestic setting, helping them live as independently as possible while supporting their individual needs, choices, and goals.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Support clients with daily living tasks, including cooking, mealtimes, cleaning, and general household activities
  • Provide personal care in a respectful and dignified manner (e.g., showering, toileting)
  • Administer medication in line with care plans
  • Assist with mobility and manual handling, including the use of specialised equipment such as hoists
  • Monitor and document client wellbeing, reporting any changes
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a supportive and positive team environment
  •  

Shift Times May Include

  • Early mornings: 6:00am – 9:00am
  • Day shifts: 9:00am – 3:00pm
  • Afternoon/evening shifts: 3:00pm – 6:00pm / 7:00pm / 8:00pm / 9:00pm
  • Awake overnight: 10:00pm/11:00pm – 6:00am/7:00am
  •  

What Success Looks Like

  • Clients feel safe, respected and empowered
  • Care is delivered consistently in a person-centred way
  • Documentation is accurate and completed on time
  • You contribute positively to team culture
  • You demonstrate CPA's values: Passionate, Respectful, Ethical, Curious and Courageous
  •  

Essential Criteria

  • Commitment to person-centred care
  • Current NSW Driver's Licence (minimum P2)
  • Ability to meet the inherent physical requirements of the role
  • Willingness to work a rotating roster
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check
  • Working With Children Check
  • First Aid & CPR


Where required, CPA will support or reimburse relevant compliance certifications.


Responsibilities

About the Role

You will support older Australians to maintain their independence and quality of life by assisting with:

  • Domestic assistance (this is often the largest part of your day)
  • Personal care
  • Meal preparation
  • Transport to appointments
  • Shopping and errands
  • Community participation
  • Social support and companionship

You will work directly in clients' homes and communities, supporting them to achieve the goals that matter most to them.


What Success Looks Like

Success is helping someone:

  • Remain safely at home
  • Maintain dignity and independence
  • Stay connected to family and community
  • Enjoy greater confidence and wellbeing
  • Continue living life on their terms

We'd Love to Hear from You If You Have:

  • At least 2 years' experience in aged care, home care or community care
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • A caring and person-centred approach
  • Excellent time management and reliability
  • A genuine passion for supporting older Australians

Essential Requirements

  • Current Driver Licence
  • Reliable and insured vehicle
  • Current First Aid & CPR
  • National Police Check
  • NDIS Worker's Check

Australian working rightsRole Overview

 

We are looking for dedicated Disability Support Workers to join our Accommodation and Respite service at our Beacon Hill group home. This is a Permanent Part-Time opportunity, offering approximately 30+ hours per week across a variety of shifts, including morning, day, evening, and awake night shifts.

As a Disability Support Worker (DSW) in a CPA SIL home, you will provide compassionate, person-centred support to clients in a domestic setting, helping them live as independently as possible while supporting their individual needs, choices, and goals.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Support clients with daily living tasks, including cooking, mealtimes, cleaning, and general household activities
  • Provide personal care in a respectful and dignified manner (e.g., showering, toileting)
  • Administer medication in line with care plans
  • Assist with mobility and manual handling, including the use of specialised equipment such as hoists
  • Monitor and document client wellbeing, reporting any changes
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a supportive and positive team environment
  •  

Shift Times May Include

  • Early mornings: 6:00am – 9:00am
  • Day shifts: 9:00am – 3:00pm
  • Afternoon/evening shifts: 3:00pm – 6:00pm / 7:00pm / 8:00pm / 9:00pm
  • Awake overnight: 10:00pm/11:00pm – 6:00am/7:00am
  •  

What Success Looks Like

  • Clients feel safe, respected and empowered
  • Care is delivered consistently in a person-centred way
  • Documentation is accurate and completed on time
  • You contribute positively to team culture
  • You demonstrate CPA's values: Passionate, Respectful, Ethical, Curious and Courageous
  •  

Essential Criteria

  • Commitment to person-centred care
  • Current NSW Driver's Licence (minimum P2)
  • Ability to meet the inherent physical requirements of the role
  • Willingness to work a rotating roster
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check
  • Working With Children Check
  • First Aid & CPR


  • Where required, CPA will support or reimburse relevant compliance certifications.
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