Disability Support Worker

Disability Support Worker Casual

Location: Hunter and Lower Hunter regions

Casual

$43.23 per hour

Are you passionate about inclusion and driven to create opportunities where everyone is truly seen supported and valued Do you believe in building inclusive communities and empowering people to achieve their goals reach their full potential and live their best lives

Then wed love you to consider joining Castle as aDisability Support Worker.

Why Join Castle

• Inclusive culture were genuine we celebrate the wins we look on the bright side and we never give up.
• Supportive team work alongside passionate people who care deeply about making a difference.
• Purposeful work clear expectations and meaningful impact every day.
• Flexibility casual role offering a minimum of 3 days a week

About Castle

For over 30 years Castle has been helping individuals with diverse abilities lead meaningful lives across Newcastle the Hunter the Central Coast and Port Stephens. Were not just a service provider were a team committed to opening a world of possibilities through inclusion diversity and the power of employment.

About the role

As a Disability Support Worker youll play a vital role in helping participants build independence connect socially and pursue their career goals. Youll be primarily servicing the Hunter and Lower Hunter areas.

Youll need your own private vehicle and a valid drivers licence to travel between sites.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting participants in daily routines and community engagement
• Helping develop practical life skills and fostering friendships
• Assisting with career planning job training and interview preparation
• Providing basic guidance with resumes interview confidence and job readiness where appropriate
• Building genuine relationships and empowering participants to take control of their lives

What youll bring

We welcome both experienced support workers and those new tothe industry. Hands-on training and ongoing support will be provided.

Preferred qualifications and experience:

• Cert III in Community Services Youth Work Disability or similar
• Experience supporting people with disability or youth (beneficial but not essential)
• First Aid accreditation
• Understanding of the NDIS
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
• Flexibility to work varied hours based on participant needs
• Confidence using basic computer systems and ability to support participants with simple job readiness skills (e.g. resumes interview preparation) is advantageous
• Ability to positively engage participants build motivation and redirect behaviours in a supportive and respectful way is desirable

Essential requirements:

• NDIS Worker Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid drivers licence and reliable private transport
• Alignment with Castles Vision Purpose and Values

Ready to Apply

If this sounds like you wed love to hear from you!Please apply with your current CV and a cover letter outlining your experienceand interest in the role.

For more information contact HR at

Castle is committed to creating a workplace that welcomes and values the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from people with disability Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.

We also promote accessibility in all hiring campaigns please let us know if you require assistance.

Castles services operate on the lands of the Darkinjung Awabakal Worimi and Wonnarua peoples. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of these lands and pay our respects to Elders past present and emerging.