Position: Disability Support Worker
Based in Maitland, New South Wales, AAP Community Services is seeking compassionate and dedicated Disability Support Workers to join our growing team. We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support that empowers individuals living with disability to achieve their goals, maximise their independence, and actively participate in their communities.
The successful candidate will have experience providing disability support services and a genuine passion for improving the quality of life of people living with disability. You will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrate a person-centred approach to care, and have the ability to build positive and professional relationships with participants, their families, and support networks. Experience supporting individuals with complex needs, personal care requirements, and community access activities will be highly regarded.
We are looking for individuals who are reliable, compassionate, and committed to upholding the dignity, rights, privacy and wellbeing of participants. The ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team, while maintaining a high standard of care and professionalism, is essential.
AAP Community Services offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, dedicated and experienced team within a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. Casual positions are currently available, with opportunities for ongoing professional development, career progression and potential transition to permanent employment for high-performing employees following a qualifying period. This role provides the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of participants while building a rewarding career within the disability and community services sector.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
· Qualification: Certificate III or IV in Disability Support, Individual Support or equivalent;
· Current Working With Children Check (WWCC) and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain these clearances.
· Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module.
· Current First Aid and CPR Certification, or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
· Current unrestricted Australian Driver Licence.
· Demonstrated flexibility to work across a 24/7 service environment, including weekends, public holidays, sleepover shifts, and active night shifts on a rotating roster.
· Demonstrated experience providing support within the disability, aged care, or community services sector.
· Sound understanding of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), including participant-centred service delivery and relevant operational requirements.
· Strong interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with participants, families, carers and other stakeholders.
· Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
· Commitment to promoting the rights, dignity, independence and wellbeing of people with disability.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Understand the individual needs, goals, preferences and lived experiences of participants and provide person-centred support.
· Support participants in accordance with their functional abilities, support requirements and complex needs.
· Empower participants to make informed decisions and exercise choice and control in all aspects of their daily lives.
· Promote and uphold the dignity, privacy, confidentiality, independence and rights of all participants.
· Demonstrate a commitment to delivering high-quality disability support services regardless of personal values, beliefs or attitudes.
· Develop and maintain safe, respectful and professional relationships with participants, their families and support networks through effective communication and active listening.
· Assist participants with activities of daily living, including personal care, dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, mobility assistance, meal preparation and eating as required.
· Support participants to access community-based activities, social programs, education, training, employment opportunities and other disability support services to enhance social inclusion and independence.
· Provide emotional support and assist participants to develop confidence, life skills and greater independence.
· Administer or assist with medications in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and individual support plans.
· Monitor participant wellbeing and promptly report any concerns, incidents or changes in support needs.
· Identify, manage and respond appropriately to risks, incidents and emergencies in home and community care settings.
· Maintain accurate records, progress notes and documentation in accordance with organisational and legislative requirements.
· Provide positive role modelling and support participants to achieve their individual goals and maximise their independence and community participation.
At AAP Community Services, we are committed to providing our employees with a supportive, inclusive and rewarding work environment. Alongside a competitive salary of $80,000 - $85,000 per annum plus superannuation, we offer opportunities for ongoing professional development, career progression and continuous training within the disability support sector. Sponsorship opportunities may be available to highly qualified and experienced candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support services.
The role is a full time role, rostered, minimum hours required is 38 hours a week.
If you have the skills, experience and passion to succeed in this role, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your current resume to [email protected].
The successful applicant will be required to perform their duties at 2/212 High Street, Maitland NSW 2320, or at such other location as reasonably directed by the employer.
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Pay: $26.44 – $57.07 per hour
Work Location: In person
