Job description
McKellar, ACT
Casual
Regular Ongoing Shifts
Join a specialist disability support organisation committed to empowering people with cerebral palsy and similar disabilities to live independently and achieve their goals.
We are seeking a compassionate and dependable
Female Disability Support Worker
to support a male adult participant with complex physical support needs in
McKellar, ACT.
About the Role
You will provide person-centred supports to an adult male, who has a neurological condition resulting in significant physical disability and communication challenges.
He is living in the family home with his wife and values support workers who build positive relationships, are reliable, willing to learn, and who respond well to feedback.
This role offers an chance to develop specialist skills through training and ongoing support from CPSN, the client and his wife.
Shifts Available
2 mornings per week
Morning support shifts: 7:00am to 9:30am
Exercise support shifts: 10:30am to 12:30pm
Days are flexible and will be confirmed with successful applicants.
Key Responsibilities
Assistance with personal care
Supporting exercise and therapy programs
Manual handling and transfers
Supporting daily routines and independence
Working collaboratively with the participant and family




Following support plans and health-related procedures
Providing respectful, person-centred support at all times
Skills and Experience
We are looking for someone with:
A positive attitude and willingness to learn
Reliability, punctuality, and professional communication skills
Experience supporting people with disability or complex care needs
Ability to follow individualised communication methods and visual cues
Experience with manual handling and transfers (desirable)
Experience in the following areas is highly regarded:
Bowel care
Catheter care
Complex physical support needs
Training can be provided to the right candidate.
Essential Requirements
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Current First Aid and CPR certification
Australian working rights
Commitment to safe manual handling practices
About Our Organisation
We are a specialist disability support provider committed to helping people with cerebral palsy and similar disabilities live the life they choose.
We promote inclusion, independence, dignity, and community participation.
We encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ communities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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