Disability Support Worker Part Time

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate NDIS Support Worker with experience in supporting individuals and families with cognitive impairment. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing person-centered support to our participants, promoting their independence, well-being, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing direct support to individuals and families with complex care needs.
• Building and Implementing tailored support plans designed to meet the unique needs and goals of each client.
• Managing challenging behaviors, in a safe and effective manner, redirection strategies.
• Assisting clients with daily living activities, personal care, light cleaning and community participation.
• Building positive relationships with clients, their families, and other support networks and understanding end of life care processes.
• Documenting client progress, interventions, and incidents in accordance with NDIS guidelines.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (i.e. Speech Therapy) and external service providers to ensure holistic care and support.
• Transporting using own vehicle to appointments.

Requirements:

• Minimum of two years of experience working as an NDIS Support Worker, with a focus on cognition and complex care needs.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience in supporting individuals with autism and non-verbal communication.
• Proven ability to manage challenging behaviors, including aggression and self-harm, in a calm and professional manner.
• Familiarity with NDIS documentation requirements, including note writing and reporting.
• Certificate III or IV in Disability, Individual Support, or a related field.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and their support networks.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing situations.
• A compassionate and person-centered approach to care and support.
• Supporting families with independent living care processes and transition needs.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $35.00 – $40.00 per hour

Work Location: In person