Male/Female Disability Support Worker - IMMEDIATE START

About the role

Bideri At Your Service is seeking passionate and experienced Disability Support Workers to join our team in supporting children, young people and adults living with disability, mental health conditions and complex/challenging behaviours. You will provide person-centred support while maintaining a safe, respectful and supportive environment.

Key responsibilities

• Support participants with daily living and personal development
• Facilitate community access, appointments, skill-building, shopping and social participation
• Organise and support social and recreational activities
• Build independence and life skills with participants
• Provide emotional and behavioural support
• Provide mental health support
• Implement positive behaviour support strategies
• Support participants who may display challenging behaviours
• Follow individual support and behaviour plans
• Complete accurate progress notes and incident reporting

About you

• Experience supporting children, young people and/or adults with disability
• Experience working with challenging or complex behaviours
• Experience supporting people with mental health needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, empathy and a calm approach
• Ability to follow behaviour support and care plans
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong documentation and reporting skills
• A commitment to participant dignity, choice and independence
• Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends where required

Mandatory Requirements

• Certificate III or IV in Disability, Individual Support, Mental Health or related qualification
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working With Children Check
• National Police Check
• First Aid and CPR
• Manual Handling training
• Infection Control training
• Current driver's license
• Reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance
• Right to work in Australia with no restriction