Mercy Life Care is a community-based NDIS disability service provider, provides a range of services to people with Aged and Disability from daily activities and community participation. A range of services enables our clients to feel more inclusive, self-dependant and participate in society.
About the role:
We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and experienced Disability Support Worker with a clear Australian Accent. The ideal candidate will have a warm personality, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for supporting children with disabilities and build a positive, engaging connection with the client. This role involves providing in‑home and community‑based support, encouraging independence, safety, and meaningful engagement in daily activities.
Responsibilities:
- Provide safe, person‑centred support
- Assist with communication, routines, and daily activities
- Encourage social interaction and skill development
- Support community access and recreational activities
- Maintain a calm, positive, and engaging environment
- Follow support plans, risk strategies, and reporting requirements
- Provide individual support services and direct care for people with disability
- Provide accurate and detailed incident reports, progress notes and shift handovers
- Supporting with Domestic activities and assistance with personal care
- Manual handling, including hoist transfers – manual, electric / assisted standing
- Medication assistance
- Assist with meal preparation
- Management of challenging behaviors
- Willing to work with shorter and longer hours based on the client requirements
progress Requirements:
- Ability to work independently and effectively manage time.
- The ability to support participants in achieving social and self-care goals
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Driving License and own car is must
- First Aid and CPR
- Manual Handling Training
- Candidates from Wentworthville, Pendle Hill Seven Hill, Parramatta, Toongabbie, Westmead, and nearby suburbs of Greystanes are highly preferred
Certificate
- NDIS Worker Screening check
- Police Clearance
- Current WWCC
- Current Australian Driver's License
- Certificate III in Individual Support or Cert IV in Disability/Aged Care, or equivalent qualification (Preferable)
What we offer:
- Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.
- Varied work supporting a diverse range of customers.
- Ability to work independently and close to home.
- Training & development opportunities (including free access to our online learning tools & programs)
- Access to our free Employee Assistance Program
- Staff recognition programs
Next steps:
If this opportunity interests you, please apply.
The right care makes all the difference. Join our amazing care team today The above position is open only to applicants who have a current right to work in Australia.
Applicants who do not have a current right to work in Australia will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $38.00 per hour, with additional loading for weekends and public holiday.
Multilingual can apply.
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Travel reimbursement
License/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Required)
- Working with Children Check (Required)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (Required)
- National Police Certificate (Required)
- Driver License (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $38.00 – $65.00 per hour
Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Required)
- Working with Children Check (Required)
- National Police Certificate (Required)
- Driver Licence (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
