Only Candidates residing in Mount Gambier area should apply

Position Title: Disability Support Worker / Youth Support Worker

Reports To: Team Leader / Service Coordinator

Employment Type: Casual

Location: Various client locations / community settings

About the Role:

As a Disability Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support to people with disability, empowering them to live as independently and meaningfully as possible. You will assist with daily living activities, personal care, community access, and the implementation of individual support plans. The role requires you to promote participants' rights, choice, dignity and inclusion while maintaining accurate documentation and responding appropriately to any concerns. You will work collaboratively with participants, families and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality supports in line with NDIS Practice Standards and organisational policies.

This position specifically focuses on supporting people aged 9-65 years.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide direct support to NDIS participants in accordance with their individualised NDIS plans.

- Promote the personal development, well-being, and social inclusion of young people.

- Support participants in daily living activities such as personal care, community access, and household tasks.

- Encourage and assist participants to engage in education, employment, or recreational activities.

- Implement behaviour support strategies in line with Positive Behaviour Support Plans (PBSPs).

- Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including progress notes, incident reports, and shift summaries.

- Foster a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for all young people.

- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including therapists, coordinators, and family members.





- Maintain professional boundaries and uphold confidentiality at all times.

- Participate in ongoing training and supervision to ensure best practice standards.

Essential Criteria:

- Certificate III in Youth Work, Community Services, Disability, or equivalent qualification.

- Experience working with young people with disabilities or complex support needs.

- Minimum of less than 1 year experience working with young people with disabilities or complex support needs is acceptable for this position.

- Current First Aid and CPR certificates.

- Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) and NDIS Worker Screening Check.

- Both WWCC and NDIS Worker Screening Check must be current and valid at the time of application.

- Current Australian Driver's Licence and access to a reliable, insured vehicle.

- Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.

- Understanding of the NDIS framework and person-centred practice.

- Australian work rights are required for this position.

Desirable Criteria:

- Experience supporting participants with psychosocial disabilities, autism, or challenging behaviours.

- Training in trauma-informed care, restrictive practices, or mental health first aid.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Core Competencies:

- Empathy, patience, and emotional resilience.

- Commitment to inclusion and empowerment of young people.

- Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends and evenings if required.

- Weekend and evening availability is optional and may be required on an as-needed basis.

- Cultural awareness and sensitivity when working with diverse communities.

What We Offer:

- Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

- Ongoing career development and training opportunities.

- Flexible working arrangements.

- Opportunities for career progression within the NDIS sector.

For any Queries:- Contact SCOTT PATRICK 0414 633 ***

📌 DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER OR YOUTH WORKER ( Immediate START ) (Mount Gambier)
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