Disability Support Worker

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated ongoing support team. We are seeking someone who is passionate about delivering high-quality care, enjoys working in a warm and welcoming home environment.

About the Role

As part of this role, you will provide compassionate, person-centred support, including:

✔️ Managing challenging behaviors and escalations
✔️ Proactive Personality
✔️ Creating a positive, respectful, and supportive environment for the client

We are looking for someone who is:

✨ Reliable, caring, and professional
✨ Comfortable working in a SIL home
✨ Patience and compassionate individual

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of people living with physical and psychosocial disabilities. You will support clients to maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life while working both independently and as part of a supportive team committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Why Join Us

• Competitive pay above award rates (based on experience)
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – a confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all staff
• 24/7 support for personal, family and work-related matters to help you stay healthy and resilient

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Perth Disability Services is committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you're skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at PDS.

If you are passionate about supporting others and align with our purpose and values, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Support participants to work towards achieving their individual goals in line with their support plans
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, cooking, cleaning, shopping and community access
• Support participants to build confidence, independence and life skills
• Assist with medication administration in line with organizational policies and training
• Implement positive behaviour support strategies
• Encourage participation in age-appropriate activities, employment and social engagement
• Maintain a safe, respectful and supportive environment at all times
• Monitor participant wellbeing and report any concerns to the Manager
• Accurately complete required documentation, progress notes and communication records
• Participate in individual planning processes and monitor outcomes
• Liaise with families, carers, case managers, allied health professionals and community agencies
• Work in line with NDIS standards, WHS guidelines, privacy and confidentiality requirements
• Collaborate with team members to ensure consistent and high-quality service delivery

Skills & Experience

• Qualification preferably in community/disability/individual support/aged care/mental health and/or relevant experience
• Experience working with clients with challenging behaviours

Compliance Requirements:

• First Aid/CPR
• Medication Certificate
• Manual Handling Certificate
• Working With Children Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• NDIS Orientation Module Certificate
• Hand Hygiene Certificate
• NHHI Infection Control Certificate