Disability Support Worker

Job Description: Casual Support Workers (Male & Female Required)

Position Type: Casual (2–3 positions available)
Location: Old Noarlunga

SCHADS Awards.

Shifts Available:

• Male Support Workers: 6–8 hour shifts (Day, Evening, and Night shifts available).
• Female Support Workers: Morning and Evening shifts available.

Position PurposeWe are seeking 2–3 dedicated and experienced Casual Support Workers (both male and female staff are required to meet participant preferences) to provide high-quality, person-centred care. The successful candidates will assist with regular daily duties and must possess proven experience in managing complex behaviours. Extensive knowledge and practical training in Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes management are essential for this role.Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Complex Behaviour Support: Implement positive behaviour support strategies, manage challenging behaviors safely, and maintain a calm, stable environment.
• Diabetes Care: Monitor Blood Glucose Levels (BGL) and utilise Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM). Assist with diabetes management plans in line with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes protocols.
• Medication Assist: Safely administer and prompt medications according to individual care plans and compliance standards.
• Daily Living Support: Assist with personal care, meal preparation, domestic assistance, and community access.
• Manual Handling: Safely assist with transfers and mobility support as required.
• Must be able to understand and follow PBS plan of the participants.

Mandatory Requirements & Clearances To be considered for this role, you must possess all of the following clearances and certifications:

1. Qualifications & Training

• Medication Administration Certificate
• Diabetes Training (specifically covering CGM and BGL monitoring)
• First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011 or equivalent)
• CPR Certificate (HLTAID009)
• Manual Handling Certificate

2. Clearances & Compliance

• NDIS Worker Screening Check (current)
• Police check (less then 3 month from date of issue)
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence or equivalent
• Reliable vehicle with Comprehensive Car Insurance (Must use same car for transporting participant)

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience: Demonstrated experience working as a support worker handling complex behaviours.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of the differences, risks, and management strategies for Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for accurate shift logging and incident reporting.
• Flexibility: Ability to work a variety of rostered hours (including nights for male staff and mornings/evenings for female staff).

Please send your resume to info@[email protected]

We will contact you once we have progressed your application to next stage for personal interview.

***Please note: Must include your professional references in your resume.

Job Type: Casual

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Old Noarlunga SA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• High behaviour : 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Fluent English (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person