Female Disability Support Worker – Casual (Sunbury)
Best Support is seeking a compassionate, respectful and reliable female Disability Support Worker to support a male NDIS participant in Sunbury. The successful applicant must have previous experience assisting with stoma bag care and providing personal hygiene support, including showering, dressing and grooming. The participant generally manages his stoma bag independently but may occasionally require assistance, so the worker must be confident, sensitive and respectful when providing this support. The worker must always respect the participant’s privacy, dignity, choices, preferences and independence. The home has two very small dogs, so applicants must be pet-friendly and comfortable working around them.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with showering, dressing, grooming and personal hygiene
- Provide assistance with stoma bag care when requested
- Assist with household cleaning and daily living tasks
- Prepare simple meals when required
- Listen to and follow the participant’s preferences and instructions
- Maintain privacy, dignity and professional boundaries
- Complete accurate electronic shift notes
- Provide consistent, safe and person-centred support
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience with stoma bag care
- Previous experience providing personal hygiene and personal care
- Pet-friendly and comfortable around two very small dogs
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Current First Aid and CPR certificates
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module: Quality, Safety and You
- Valid Australian driver’s licence
- Reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance
- Valid Australian working rights
- Ability to work safely and independently
- Reliable availability for morning shifts
Job type: Casual
Location: Sunbury, Victoria
Hours: Morning shifts, Mon, Wed, Fri approximately 8:00 am–12:00 pm Ongoing.
Pay rate: To be discussed based on experience and qualifications
Please email your resume, certificates and availability to [email protected]u
Pay: $35.00 – $39.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
