Ipswich Holistic Community Care (IHCC) is seeking a compassionate and reliable female support worker to support an older female participant in her 60s living with dementia in the Burpengary area.
This role involves providing in-home and community-based support, including personal care. Due to the nature of the supports and the participant’s privacy, dignity, and comfort needs, a female-identifying support worker is required for this role.
About the Role
You will be supporting a participant to maintain independence, safety, and quality of life through consistent, person-centred care.
Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Assisting with daily living activities/ Dementia trained
Providing personal care, including hygiene and dressing
Supporting dementia-related needs with patience and understanding
Assisting with meal preparation and light household tasks
Supporting community access such as shopping and appointments
Providing companionship, reassurance, and emotional support
Monitoring wellbeing and reporting changes or concerns
Identifying and reporting any real or potential risks of harm
Skills & Experience:
Solid verbal and written communication skills
Calm, patient, and empathetic approach
Ability to build trust and rapport
Positive time management and organisational skills
Ability to work independently and follow care plans
Essential Requirements:
NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
Working with Children Check (if required)
Current First Aid Certificate
Driver’s Licence
Reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle
Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module
Smartphone for work-related communication
Formal qualifications are preferred but not essential if the applicant has relevant experience.
Recommended qualifications include Certificate III or higher in Individual Support, Aged Care, Disability, or Community Services.
Job Type: Casual
Pay: From $35.15 per hour
Perks:
Professional development assistance
Travel reimbursement
Work Location: In person
📌 Disability Support Worker Female Burpengary
🏢 Ipswich Holistic Community Care
📍 Burpengary
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