Job Description

## Disability Support Practitioner AccommodationApply: Beacon Hill, NSW, Australia: Part time: Posted Today: JR-(phone hidden)# **Location**Beacon Hill, NSW, Australia**Role Purpose**The Disability Support Worker role at CPA exists to provide high-quality, person-centered support to people with disabilities.

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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.**About the Clients:*** At CPA, our SIL houses typically accommodate between 3–6 clients.

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Clients can range in age from their early 20s through to more mature-aged clients.* 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.* Clients may also present with differing levels of medical needs and behaviours, requiring varying levels of support.**Role Overview**We are looking for **dedicated Disability Support Workers** to join our **Accommodation and Respite service at our** **Beacon Hill** **group home**. This is a **Permanent Part-Time opportunity**, offering approximately **30+** **hours per week** across a variety of shifts, including **morning, day, evening, and awake night shifts**.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.**Key Responsibilities*** Support clients with **daily living tasks**, including cooking, mealtimes, cleaning, and general household activities* Provide **personal care** in a respectful and dignified manner (e.g., showering,



toileting)* **Administer medication** in line with care plans* Assist with **mobility and manual handling**, including the use of specialised equipment such as hoists* **Monitor and document client wellbeing**, reporting any changes* Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a **supportive and positive team environment****Shift Times May Include*** **Early mornings:** 6:00am – 9:00am* **Day shifts:** 9:00am – 3:00pm* **Afternoon/evening shifts:** 3:00pm – 6:00pm / 7:00pm / 8:00pm / 9:00pm* **Awake overnight:** 10:00pm/11:00pm – 6:00am/7:00am**What Success Looks Like*** Clients feel safe, respected and empowered* Care is delivered consistently in a person-centred way* Documentation is accurate and completed on time* You contribute positively to team culture* You demonstrate CPA's values: Passionate, Respectful, Ethical, Curious and Courageous**Essential Criteria*** Commitment to person-centred care* Current NSW Driver's Licence (minimum P2)* Ability to meet the inherent physical requirements of the role* Willingness to work a rotating roster* NDIS Worker Screening Check* Working With Children Check* First Aid & CPRWhere required, CPA will support or reimburse relevant compliance certifications. **Why Cerebral Palsy Alliance** 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 chance for people with disability.

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We are committed to safety, inclusion, and upholding the rights and dignity of every individual we support.



**Benefits*** Attractive hourly rate from **$36.23** **+ Super + Penalty Rates*** Salary packaging options* $100 annual Wellbeing Allowance* Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport (for you and your family)* Employee Referral Bonus Program* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)**Training, Development & Progression Opportunities** CPA is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 91561). We offer fully funded nationally recognised qualifications including:* **CHC33021 - Certificate III in Individual Support*** Ongoing specialist training and skill developmentCPA also encourages internal progression and is committed to providing opportunities for growth to our people.

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This can include progression into **Disability Support Practitioner Level 4 (DSP4)** roles, as well as pathways to leadership and management positions. **80% of CPA's House Managers all started as DSW's,**highlighting our commitment to growth & development. **Recruitment Process*** Online application* Optional chat interview powered by Sapia.ai* Interview* Compliance & background checks* Offer and onboardingCPA is committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace.

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We welcome applications from people with diverse lived experience and will happily accommodate reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. 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.** 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.

📌 Disability Support Practitioner Accommodation (Northern Beaches Council)
🏢 Cerebral Palsy Alliance
📍 Northern Beaches Council