Nova Life Support Services is seeking an experienced and compassionate Disability Support Worker to support an adult male participant in the Leumeah area.
This role involves providing in-home support, community access and transport, while working within a multidisciplinary team to support the participant's goals and wellbeing.
About the Role
- Ongoing evening shifts throughout the week, with the potential for a rotating weekend morning shift.
- Provide in-home support, community access and transport to appointments/activities.
- Implement strategies outlined in a Behaviour Support Plan.
- Work collaboratively with the participant's allied health professionals and support network.
- Maintain accurate documentation and professional boundaries at all times.
We're Looking For Someone Who Has:
- Experience supporting people living with disability and/or mental health.
- Confidence working independently and following support plans.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to maintain professional boundaries.
- A calm, patient and reliable approach.
- A commitment to providing consistent, person-centred support.
Essential Requirements
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working With Children Check
- Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
- Full Australian Driver's Licence
- Comprehensive Vehicle Insurance
- Reliable, registered vehicle
Preferred
- Experience supporting people with autism and/or psychosocial disabilities.
- Previous experience working with behaviours of concern or behaviour support plans.
If you're passionate about making a positive difference and are looking for ongoing work with a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: $45.28 – $95.10 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Travel reimbursement
Application Question(s):
- Do you hold a current NDIS Worker Screening Check?
- Do you have experience supporting participants with autism, psychosocial disabilities and/or behaviours of concern?
- Are you available to work ongoing evening shifts during the week and occasional Saturday mornings?
- What is your availability?
- Why are you interested in working with Nova Life Support Services?
Experience:
- Disability Support Work: 1 year (Preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module (Required)
- Working with Children Check (Required)
- First Aid Certification (Required)
- Driver Licence (Required)
Work Location: In person
