Job Description

Cerebral Palsy Alliance – North Sydney NSW

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4d ago , from Illawarra Mercury Job Board

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The Disability Support Worker role at CPA exists to provide high-quality, person-centered support to people with disabilities. You will play a vital role in empowering clients to live as independently as possible, by helping them to achieve their goals and supporting their day-to-day wellbeing, dignity and quality of life.

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About the Clients:

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- At CPA, our SIL houses typically accommodate between 3-6 clients. Clients can range in age from their early 20s through to more mature-aged clients.
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- Individuals living in CPA group homes may have a variety of disabilities, including but not limited to Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Down syndrome, and other intellectual or physical disabilities.
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- Clients may also present with differing levels of medical needs and behaviours, requiring varying levels of support.
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Role Purpose

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The Disability Support Worker role at CPA exists to provide high-quality, person-centered support to people with disabilities. You will play a vital role in empowering clients to live as independently as possible, by helping them to achieve their goals and supporting their day-to-day wellbeing, dignity and quality of life.

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About the Clients:

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- At CPA, our SIL houses typically accommodate between 3-6 clients. Clients can range in age from their early 20s through to more mature-aged clients.
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- Individuals living in CPA group homes may have a variety of disabilities, including but not limited to Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Down syndrome, and other intellectual or physical disabilities.
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- Clients may also present with differing levels of medical needs and behaviours, requiring varying levels of support.
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Role Overview

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We are looking for a dedicated Disability Support Worker to join our Accommodation and Respite service at our Asquith group home. This is a Permanent Part-Time prospect, offering approximately 25 hours per week across a variety of shifts, including morning, day, evening, and awake night shifts.

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As a Disability Support Worker (DSW) in a CPA SIL home, you will provide compassionate,



person-centred support to clients in a domestic setting, helping them live as independently as possible while supporting their individual needs, choices, and goals.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Support clients with daily living tasks, including cooking, mealtimes, cleaning, and general household activities
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- Provide personal care in a respectful and dignified manner (e.g., showering, toileting)
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- Administer medication in line with care plans
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- Assist with mobility and manual handling, including the use of specialised equipment such as hoists
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- Monitor and document client wellbeing, reporting any changes
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- Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a supportive and positive team environment
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Shift Times May Include

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- Early mornings: 6:00am - 9:00am
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- Day shifts: 9:00am - 3:00pm
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- Afternoon/evening shifts: 3:00pm - 6:00pm / 7:00pm / 8:00pm / 9:00pm
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- Awake overnight: 10:00pm/11:00pm - 6:00am/7:00am
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What Success Looks Like

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- Clients feel safe, respected and empowered
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- Care is delivered consistently in a person-centred way
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- Documentation is accurate and completed on time
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- You contribute positively to team culture
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- You demonstrate CPA's values: Passionate, Respectful, Ethical, Curious and Courageous
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Essential Criteria

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- Commitment to person-centred care
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- Current NSW Driver's Licence (minimum P2)
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- Ability to meet the inherent physical requirements of the role
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- Willingness to work a rotating roster
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- NDIS Worker Screening Check
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- Working With Children Check
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- First Aid & CPR
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Where required, CPA will support or reimburse relevant compliance certifications.

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Why Cerebral Palsy Alliance

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CPA is one of Australia's leading disability service providers.



We are an alliance of great minds, united by a shared purpose - to create a world of opportunity for people with disability.We are committed to safety, inclusion, and upholding the rights and dignity of every individual we support.

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Benefits

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- Attractive hourly rate from $34.59 + Super + Penalty Rates
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- Salary packaging options

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- $100 annual Wellbeing Allowance

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- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport (for you and your family)
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- Employee Referral Bonus Program

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- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Training, Development & Progression Opportunities

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CPA is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 91561).

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We offer fully funded nationally recognised qualifications including:

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- CHC33021 - Certificate III in Individual Support
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- Ongoing specialist training and skill development
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CPA also encourages internal progression and is committed to providing opportunities for growth to our people. This can include progression into Disability Support Practitioner Level 4 (DSP4) roles, as well as pathways to leadership and management positions.

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80% of CPA's House Managers all started as DSW's,

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highlighting our commitment to growth & development.

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Recruitment Process

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- Online application
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- Optional chat interview powered by Sapia.ai
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- Interview
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- Compliance & background checks
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- Offer and onboarding
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CPA is committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people with diverse lived experience and will happily accommodate reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

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We have assessed this role type as requiring a high level of physical functionality with some inherent requirements. More details about these requirements can be found here.

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Cerebral Palsy Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds, advocates for, and protects the rights, wellbeing and safety of people with a disability. We are a child safe organisation and all workers are responsible to adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.

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📌 Disability Support Worker (New South Wales)
🏢 Cerebral Palsy Alliance
📍 New South Wales