Disability Support Worker - In-Home Support (Casual)

We are seeking compassionate and experienced Disability Support Workers to join our team supporting an adult participant at home.

This is a rewarding one-to-one support role providing in-home assistance to help the participant live safely at home while maintaining independence and participating in daily life.

The participant has significant physical support needs and requires reliable support workers who are patient, professional and committed to delivering high-quality care.

Consistent staffing is important to build trust and provide continuity of care.

Preferred Candidate:

Due to the participant’s communication preferences, we are seeking bilingual Mandarin-speaking Support Workers who can communicate confidently in both Mandarin and English.

Mandarin language skills are strongly preferred to support effective communication with the participant and family members, provide culturally responsive care and build trusted long-term relationships. Applicants who are fluent in both Mandarin and English are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

The successful applicant will provide one-to-one support including:

Personal Care

Assistance with showering, dressing and grooming

Toileting support

Bed mobility and repositioning

Assistance with transfers using appropriate manual handling techniques and equipment

Monitoring participant comfort and wellbeing

Daily Living Support

Meal preparation and assistance with eating and drinking if required

Light household duties including laundry, cleaning and maintaining a safe home environment





Medication prompting in accordance with company policy

Supporting daily routines and maintaining participant independence wherever possible

Community Access

Accompanying the participant to medical appointments

Community outings and social activities

Supporting participation in meaningful activities aligned with the participant’s goals

Documentation

Complete accurate progress notes after every shift

Report incidents, hazards or health changes promptly

Communicate effectively during handovers with family members, allied health professionals and other support workers

Follow all participant support plans, risk assessments and company policies

Applicants should demonstrate:

Previous experience supporting people with physical disabilities or hospital discharge participants

Excellent personal care skills

Safe manual handling knowledge

Compassion, care, patience and professionalism

Ability to work independently within a participant’s home

Commitment to participant dignity, privacy and choice

Applicants must hold:

Current NDIS Worker Screening Check

Current AFP Check

Current First Aid & CPR Certificate

Current Australian Driver Licence





Reliable and comprehensively insured motor vehicle

Right to work in Australia

Smartphone for shift notes and communication

Highly Desirable

The following skills and experience will be highly regarded:

Fluent spoken Mandarin and English (strongly preferred)

Experience supporting participants from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds

Experience supporting people with complex physical disabilities

Experience with manual handling equipment

Ability to work collaboratively with family members, allied health professionals and other support providers

What We Offer

Flexible casual shifts

Chance to support one participant on a consistent roster

Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development

Supportive and approachable management team

Opportunity to transition to permanent employment as participant supports expand

Meaningful work that makes a genuine difference in someone’s life

About You

You are someone who:

Treats every participant with dignity, care and respect

Enjoys building long-term relationships

Is calm, patient and dependable

Works well independently

Takes pride in providing high-quality supports

Understands the importance of confidentiality and professionalism

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful applicants will be required to provide:

NDIS Worker Screening clearance

First Aid & CPR certificates

Driver Licence

Proof of vehicle registration and insurance

Professional references

Evidence of relevant qualifications (if applicable)

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📌 Disability Support Worker - In-Home Support (Casual) (The Hills Shire)
🏢 TruMinded Australia
📍 The Hills Shire