Nextt is seeking experienced and reliable FEMALE Disability Support Workers to provide ongoing support to a participant living with quadriplegia in Toukley, Newcastle .
Due to the client's preference and support requirements, this position is open to female applicants only.
This role would suit someone who is confident providing complex personal care and enjoys building a respectful, positive and qualified relationship with the person they support.
About the Role
You will assist the participant with personal care, health-related routines, meals, medication and daily living support while promoting dignity, comfort, choice and independence.
Support may include:
Personal care
Bowel and catheter care
Hoist transfers and manual handling
Medication assistance
Meal preparation and feeding support
Repositioning
Supporting the participant’s daily routines
Available Shifts
The roster operates across a repeating two-week cycle.
Week 1:
Monday 8:00am–10:00am and 1:00pm–3:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am–10:00am and 7:00pm–9:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am–10:00am
Thursday 7:00pm–9:00pm
Friday 8:00am–10:00am
Saturday 8:00am–10:00am
Previous experience supporting a person with quadriplegia or spinal cord injury will be highly regarded.
Requirements
Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
Current Working With Children Check
Current First Aid and CPR certificates
NDIS Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You
Relevant complex care and manual handling experience
Current Australian Driver’s Licence
Reliable transport
Pay Rates
E3.1 (Casual in home and SIL)
SCHADS Award E3.1 Casual Rates (before tax)
Base hourly rate: $36.81
Afternoon shift (shift ends between 8pm and midnight, Monday to Friday): $40.49
Active Night shift (Finishes after midnight or starts before 6am, Monday to Friday)$41.23
Saturday: $51.54
Sunday: $66.26
Public holiday: $80.99
At Nextt, support work is about more than completing tasks. It is about trust, dignity, connection and helping people live life on their terms.
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📌 Disability Support Worker Toukley Central Coast Council
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