We are seeking a confident, reliable and experienced Male Disability Support Worker to support two male participants living in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) home in Yokine.
Both participants have psychosocial disabilities and complex mental health support needs.
This role would suit someone who is confident working within mental health, can maintain robust professional boundaries and remains calm and effective when participants become heightened or escalate.
Hours
Monday to Friday – 9:00am to 1:00pm
We are ideally looking for someone who can commit consistently to these weekday hours.
There are also opportunities to complete sleep shifts from 10:00pm to 7:00am when required.
What the role involves
Providing psychosocial and mental health support
Supporting participants with daily living and independence
Recognising changes in mental health presentation and responding appropriately
Confidently managing periods of verbal escalation and behaviours of concern
Using calm and effective de-escalation strategies
Maintaining clear and consistent professional boundaries
Following individual support plans, behaviour support strategies and organisational procedures
Medication support
Supporting appointments, errands and community access where required
Completing progress notes, incident reports and other documentation
Cleaning and domestic duties within the home
Maintaining a clean, safe and organised SIL environment
Working independently while communicating effectively with the wider team
We're looking for someone who:




Has experience in mental health, psychosocial disability or complex support
Is confident with de-escalation and behaviours of concern
Is calm, assertive and able to maintain professional boundaries
Can follow support plans, procedures and staff directions consistently
Can work independently without requiring constant supervision
Is proactive and can recognise what needs to be done during a shift
Understands that cleaning and domestic duties are an expected part of SIL support
Is reliable, punctual and consistent
Is comfortable working within a home where participants may at times become verbally escalated
Can commit to Monday–Friday, 9:00am–1:00pm
Ideally has flexibility to complete 10:00pm–7:00am sleep shifts
Essential requirements
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Current First Aid and CPR
Current driver's licence and reliable vehicle
Relevant disability and/or mental health support experience
Ability to follow policies, procedures and participant support plans
Ability to complete clear and accurate documentation
Experience supporting individuals with schizophrenia, complex psychosocial disability and behaviours of concern will be highly regarded.
We are looking for someone who is dependable, resilient and consistent and understands the importance of balancing person-centred support with clear boundaries, structure and accountability.
Pay: $***** – $***** per hour
Benefits:
Travel reimbursement
Work Location: In person

📌 Male Disability Support Worker - Psychosocial Sil (Perth)
🏢 Extend Home Health Care
📍 Perth