The Opportunity:
This is a casual role based in Dutton Park, QLD, supporting a female participant with an acquired brain injury.
The available shifts are:
- Monday: 6:00 AM to 6:00 AM Tuesday, including an inactive sleepover
- Tuesday: 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM – inactive sleepover
- Wednesday: 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM – inactive sleepover
- Thursday: 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM – inactive sleepover
- Friday: 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Are you looking for a job that provides flexibility and the opportunity to make a positive impact in the life of a person with a disability?
About You:
We require our Disability Support Workers to be reliable, committed and empathetic individuals who can provide high-quality, person-centred support.
We look for:
- A can-do attitude and a genuine interest in helping others
- Experience supporting people with acquired brain injury, neurological conditions or complex support needs
- A practical understanding of personal care, hygiene assistance and daily living support
- The ability to monitor the participant’s wellbeing and respond appropriately to changes
- An understanding of physical and cognitive limitations, with a safe and sensible approach
- Enjoyment of social activities and one-on-one engagement
- Creativity, enthusiasm, sensitivity and emotional stability
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- The ability to manage your time and support the participant with daily routines
- Strong work ethics and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Commitment to providing responsive, respectful and considerate care
- A strong focus on punctuality and reliability
- The ability to prioritise the individual needs of the participant, their family and guardian
- Flexible and adaptive communication skills
- The ability to maintain accurate progress notes and support documentation