Community Based â Disability Support Workers
Community Based â Disability Support Workers
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Job Description
We are currently seeking Casual Disability Support Workers to join our growing team within our Accommodation Services.
Your main worksites will include:
- Short-Term Accommodation (Respite)
- Supported Independent Living (SIL) facilities
- In-home Support services
Why Join #TeamADSR
At ADSR were a team of dedicated professionals united by a shared commitment to person-centred care and positive outcomes for people living with disabilities.
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that values diversity and inclusion.
Employee Benefits
- Generous support for professional development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Staff rewards and benefits program
- Modern facilities
Essential Criteria
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds experience is not essential but a strong willingness to learn and contribute meaningfully to the lives of others is highly valued.
Applicants should ideally demonstrate:
- A caring and empathetic nature
- Physical capacity to carry out support tasks including personal care
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Willingness to work independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to ADSRs values of integrity potential individuality and relationships
- Comfort using technology (smartphones tablets computers)
- Current Drivers Licence and access to a roadworthy vehicle (with comprehensive insurance)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- COVID-19 vaccination including at least one booster
- Ability to respond calmly and supportively in challenging situations
Key Responsibilities
You will support people with disability to build independence and engage meaningfully in the community.
Duties may include:
- Supporting participants in Day Program activities
- Assisting with social and community participation (e.g. outings events recreational programs)
- Providing individualised emotional support and companionship
- Encouraging skill-building and independence in daily life
- Following positive behaviour support plans
- Record keeping documentation and incident reporting
- Assistance with personal care and meals when required
- Medication administration (if required)
- Deal with challenging behaviours of concern
- Deal with participants who may display physical aggression
- Domestic duties (when required)
Desirable Criteria
- Certificate III or IV in Disability Individual Support or similar (preferred but not essential)
- Prior experience in the disability aged care or community services sectors
- Understanding of the NDIS and person-centred practices
How to Apply
Please apply via the following link:
cover letter
Please Note
- Applications will only be considered if submitted via the link above
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- You must have the legal right to live and work in Australia
- No recruitment agencies please
- Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged
Have questions
Contact Human Resources:
Learn more about us at:
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Gig
