Disability Support Worker -Preston VIC (Complex Needs and Community Access)
We are looking for experienced Disability Support Workers to support participants with high support needs.
Depending on participant needs, your responsibilities may include:
Providing support in home and community settings
Supporting participants with complex behaviours and behaviours of concern
Implementing Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs) and established support strategies
Supporting participants with psychosocial disabilities, Autism, intellectual disabilities and complex presentations
Assisting with personal care, daily living tasks and household routines
Supporting community access, appointments, shopping and social activities
Providing high-intensity supports where appropriately trained and qualified
Medication assistance in accordance with care plans and organisational procedures
Completing accurate progress notes, incident reports and behaviour documentation
Recognising and appropriately responding to changes in behaviour, wellbeing or risk
Working collaboratively with families, support coordinators, clinicians, behaviour support practitioners and other stakeholders
About You
We are looking for someone who:




Have previous experience supporting people with complex disabilities
Are confident managing challenging behaviours and escalations
Can remain calm, professional and responsive in high-pressure situations
Understand positive behaviour support, restrictive practices and participant rights
Have solid communication, observation and documentation skills
Can follow detailed care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies
Are reliable, punctual and committed to providing consistent support
Understand professional boundaries and the importance of participant choice, dignity and independence
Are comfortable working independently as well as within a multidisciplinary care team
Requirements
Applicants should hold or be willing to obtain relevant requirements, including:
Certificate III/IV in Disability, Individual Support, Community Services or a related qualification
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Working with Children Check
Current First Aid and CPR
Valid Australian driver's licence
Reliable and insured vehicle
Current National Police Check
Medication competency/training
Manual Handling training
Relevant worker training modules
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📌 Disability Support Worker -Preston Vic (Complex Needs And Community Access) (Melbourne)
🏢 KangaCare Group
📍 Melbourne