SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated resilience and ability to maintain a positive attitude
• Experience with manual handling including wheelchair support and sit-to-stand transfers
• Unrestricted driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• A current First Aid Certificate, which includes the course HLTAID011
  Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check, Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Check.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Disability Support Worker, you will be providing person-centred support to male and female clients living with disability across the Central Coast. Provide one-on-one support to individuals with disabilities in their homes or the community, with travel between clients and working short, split shifts required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Personal care including showering and toileting supports
• Domestic assistance including cooking, cleaning and laundry
• Community access and transportation assistance
• Shifts are primarily 2 hours, willingness to work 10 hours per week maximum
• Flexible and available to pick up shifts on short notice in clients’ homes, the community, or day program centres
• Follow the client’s lead - adapting to their choices, routines, and goals