Disability Support worker

Job Description

DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER – FEMALE PREFERRED | SIL | EVENING & SLEEPOVER SHIFTS

Location: Cranebrook, Penrith NSW
Employment Type: Casual / Part-Time
Shifts: Wednesday and Thursday evenings, including sleepover
Experience: 6 months to 1 year preferred

Wellness Medic is looking for a caring, reliable and motivated Disability Support Worker to join our SIL team in Cranebrook.

The participant has expressed a preference for a female support worker, so female applicants are particularly encouraged to apply.

We are looking for someone who is interested in a long-term position and can provide consistent support to the participant. Building a strong rapport, trust and a positive working relationship with the participant is very important to us.

Consistency is a key part of this role, as we want to establish a good routine and familiar support relationship with the participant over time.

The role will initially involve Wednesday and Thursday evening shifts, including sleepover shifts, with opportunities for additional shifts in the future.

Previous disability support experience of 6 months to 1 year is preferred. Full training, induction and ongoing support will be provided to the successful applicant.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and respectful
• Reliable, punctual and responsible
• Interested in a long-term position
• Able to provide consistent support and maintain routines
• Comfortable working evening and sleepover shifts
• Able to build a positive and professional relationship with the participant
• Confident working independently
• A good communicator
• Willing to learn and undertake ongoing training
• Available consistently on Wednesday and Thursday evenings

6 months to 1 year of disability support experience is preferred. Full training and guidance will be provided.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working With Children Check
• National Police Check
• Current First Aid and CPR
• Australian working rights
• Valid driver’s licence
• Reliable vehicle and appropriate insurance where required

WHAT WE OFFER

• Consistent Wednesday and Thursday evening shifts
• Long-term employment opportunity
• Ongoing training and support
• Supportive management
• Opportunity to develop your disability support career
• A positive and respectful working environment

HOW TO APPLY

If you are caring, reliable and looking for a long-term opportunity where you can make a genuine difference in someone’s life, we would love to hear from you.

Please email your resume to:

*****@wellnessmedic.com.au

Please include a brief introduction about yourself and your availability for Wednesday and Thursday evening shifts.

Key Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing person-centred support in a SIL home
• Supporting evening routines and daily living activities
• Building a strong rapport and trusting relationship with the participant
• Maintaining consistent routines and providing predictable support
• Assisting with meal preparation and household tasks
• Supporting community access and activities
• Following individual support plans and organisational procedures
• Completing accurate progress notes and documentation
• Supporting medication routines where appropriately trained and authorised
• Maintaining a safe, respectful and positive home environment

Skill & Experience

6 months to 1 year of disability support experience is preferred. Full training and guidance will be provided.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working With Children Check
• National Police Check
• Current First Aid and CPR
• Australian working rights
• Valid driver’s licence
• Reliable vehicle and appropriate insurance where required