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Job Location drjobs

Penrith - Australia

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Be the light in someones life with Leora

About Leora

Leora Healthcare is a trusted provider of disability and aged care services alongside an innovative mental health and well-being platform for businesses across NSW VIC and QLD. Leora means light a symbol of clarity illumination and hope.

Were proud to do the important work of providing life-changing support and care while celebrating diversity and living our values: Clients First Masterful Simplicity Unleash Potential and Do the Right Thing.

Learn more about our values: Leora Vision Mission & Values

As we grow rapidly in 2025 were looking for passionate experienced support workers to join us in our mission to be Australias most trusted care provider.

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Female Disability Support Worker (DSW) to support one of our female clients in Penrith NSW within a Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) setting.

This role involves supporting a client with high physical care needs so confidence with manual handling bowel care and catheter care is essential. Youll also assist the client in community participation and maintaining their independence with dignity and respect as required.

What Youll Do

  • Provide one-on-one person-centred support for a client with physical disabilities
  • Assist with bowel care catheter care and other high personal care needs
  • Support daily living tasks mobility assistance and manual handling
  • Drive the client to medical appointments community events and shopping
  • Observe and report changes in the clients condition or behaviour
  • Maintain accurate records of care and communicate effectively with the care team
  • Collaborate with families allied health professionals and Leoras internal teams to ensure high-quality holistic care

About You

You are a confident and capable support professional with a genuine passion for helping others live their best lives. Youre calm under pressure sensitive to individual needs and reliable in both home and community settings.

Youll have:

  • Certificate III or IV in Disability Individual Support or related field
  • Proven experience in personal care including bowel and catheter care
  • Strong understanding of manual handling and high physical care support
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • A commitment to person-centred dignified care

Required:

  • NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWC)
  • Valid First Aid (HLTAID011) and CPR
  • Valid Australian Drivers Licence and reliable vehicle

Why Leora

We believe in supporting those who support others. At Leora youll enjoy:

  • Above Award casual rates
  • Paid training before your first shift and ongoing development
  • Fitness Passport access for you and your loved ones
  • Monthly recognition and quarterly engagement events
  • Full PPE provided where required
  • Confidential access to our mental health & wellbeing platform

Join Us

Were proud to be an AFR Best Places to Work () HRD Employer of Choice (2023) and a Top 100 Global Inspiring Workplace (2023). Were also honoured by the Above and Beyond Disability Recognition Award (2023).

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