Dennaya Care is urgently seeking an experienced and reliable Support Worker with demonstrated training and experience in mental health, specifically in supporting individuals with schizophrenia and complex behaviours. This role involves providing secure, consistent, and person-centred support to an NDIS participant with high psychosocial needs.
The ideal candidate will have robust de-escalation skills, excellent judgment, and the ability to support participants who may present with fluctuating moods, altered mental states, or challenging behaviours.
Key Responsibilities
Must have experience working with Mental Health
Provide psychosocial and practical support in alignment with the participant’s Support Plan.
Support the participant in daily routines while maintaining safety and professional boundaries.
Implement crisis-prevention and de-escalation strategies as required.
Document all interactions, behaviours, and incidents accurately and promptly.
Follow all safety, risk, and safeguarding procedures.
Work collaboratively with family, coordinators, and allied health professionals.
The role will involve assisting the participant in community access and attending appointments. Must have be able to drive and have a vehicle
Location - Carlingford - Parramatta
What will you need?
First Aid Certificate
Certificate 3 or 4 in Disability
NDIS Worker Screen Check
Working with children check
ABN
Valid Driver License
Ndis Worker Orientation Module Training Completed
Job Type: Part time
Pay: $38.00 – $39.00 per hour
Licence/Certification
First Aid Certification (Preferred)
Working with Children Check (Preferred)
NDIS Worker Screening Check (Preferred)
National Police Certificate (Preferred)
Driver Licence (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person
📌 Urgent Disability Support Worker Carlingford (Australia)
🏢 Dennaya Care
📍 Australia
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