3d ago , from Illawarra Mercury Job BoardGladesville to Mosman | After-School Community AccessPositive Care and Supports is seeking one or two reliable and highly experienced Disability Support Workers to provide consistent community access support to a 17-year-old male participant.The participant lives with Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 3, moderate intellectual disability and epilepsy.
He may experience behaviours of concern, including aggression and self-injurious behaviour.
This role requires a calm, confident and experienced worker who can follow established behaviour support and risk-management strategies.Experienced Disability Support WorkerGladesville to Mosman | After-School Community AccessPositive Care and Supports is seeking one or two reliable and highly experienced Disability Support Workers to provide consistent community access support to a 17-year-old male participant.The participant lives with Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 3, moderate intellectual disability and epilepsy.
He may experience behaviours of concern, including aggression and self-injurious behaviour.
This role requires a calm, confident and experienced worker who can follow established behaviour support and risk-management strategies.Support ScheduleDuring school terms:Every WednesdayFortnightly Thursday and Friday shifts, alternating weeklyCommencing at 2:45 pm with school pick-up in GladesvilleFinishing between 5:45 pm and 6:45 pm with drop-off in MosmanThe role will involve supporting the participant to safely engage in community-based activities while promoting choice,



participation and positive experiences.About YouYou will:Have significant experience supporting young people with complex autism and intellectual disabilityBe confident responding safely to aggression, self-injurious behaviour and other behaviours of concernHave experience implementing Behaviour Support Plans and proactive support strategiesBe confident administering emergency seizure medication in accordance with training and the participant's health planRemain calm, patient and qualified during challenging situationsBe reliable and able to commit to the regular ongoing rosterCommunicate effectively with the participant's family, school and support teamHold a valid driver's licence and have access to a safe, insured vehicleFemale support workers are strongly preferred based on the participant's support and matching requirements.Mandatory RequirementsApplicants must hold:Current First Aid and CPR certificationCurrent NDIS Worker Screening CheckWorking with Children CheckValid Australian driver's licenceComprehensive vehicle insuranceRelevant medication and epilepsy training, or willingness to complete participant-specific trainingAppropriate disability, community services or related qualificationsConsistency Is EssentialThe participant requires a stable and familiar support team.
We are therefore seeking one or two workers who can commit to the roster on an ongoing basis.
This position is not suitable for applicants who are unable to provide regular availability or who frequently require shifts to be covered by other workers.Successful applicants will receive participant-specific induction and access to relevant Behaviour Support Plan information, health protocols and support strategies before commencing independent shifts.
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📌 Disabilty Support Worker (New South Wales)
🏢 Positive Care and Supports
📍 New South Wales