Job Description

Disability Support Worker – Complex 1:1 Support

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Join Our Team and Make a Meaningful Difference

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At Myxa, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and empowered life. If you're passionate about supporting people with disability and want to be part of a dedicated, values-driven team, we'd love to hear from you.

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Myxa is a registered NDIS provider dedicated to supporting people with disability, their families, and carers. We deliver individualised services that promote choice, independence, and quality of life, empowering participants to achieve their goals.

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About the Role

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We are seeking experienced and compassionate Disability Support Workers to join our team.

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This role offers a variety of shifts across a 24/7 roster. (9 am to 5 pm or 5 pm to 9 am)

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The participant we are recruiting for is immunocompromised. To ensure the participant's health and safety, you will be required to wear full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) throughout each shift, including an N95 mask, gown or apron, and shoe covers.

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Due to the participant's sensitivity to coughing, sniffing, sneezing and clearing of the throat, applicants who regularly experience these symptoms will not be suitable for this program.

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We are looking for professionals with extensive industry experience who are committed to delivering exceptional, person-centred support.

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Your responsibilities will include:

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- Providing consistent 1:1 support in the participant's home and community
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- Supporting daily routines, independence and community participation
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- Commitment to wearing full PPE for the entire shift and maintaining strict compliance with infection control protocols
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- Providing structured and person centred approach to complex support
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- Recognising early signs of distress, overwhelm or changes in presentation
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- Supporting alternative communication when verbal communication is difficult
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- Responding calmly to unexpected or changing situations
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- Following individualised support, safety and emergency plans
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- Supporting emotional regulation and de-escalation
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- Maintaining the participant's dignity, privacy and choice
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- Supporting social and family relationships
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- Assisting with meaningful activities and community access
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- Maintaining professional boundaries
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- Completing accurate progress notes and incident reports
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- Communicating appropriately with the broader support team
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- Escalating health, safety or other concerns when required
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About You

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You are a compassionate, reliable, and resilient support worker who is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of people with disability.

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We are looking for support workers who are:

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- Calm and patient
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- Reliable, consistent and dependable
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- Comfortable working independently in a 1:1 environment
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- Confident supporting people with complex and changing needs
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- Able to remain calm during periods of distress or unexpected events
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- Robust communicators who can adapt their communication style
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- Respectful of different communication methods
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- Person-centred, trauma-informed and non-judgemental
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- Confident with de-escalation and positive support strategies
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- Able to maintain clear professional boundaries
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- Comfortable following individualised plans and procedures
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- Able to complete clear and objective documentation
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- Willing to learn the participant's individual preferences, routines and support strategies
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Why Join Myxa?

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At Myxa, we value our employees and recognise that great support starts with a great team. We are committed to investing in your professional growth while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

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We offer:

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- Competitive casual pay rates.
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- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
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- Career progression and advancement opportunities.
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- A supportive, collaborative, and values-driven team environment.
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- The opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference in the lives of people with disability.
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Myxa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and fairness.

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Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

📌 Disability Support Worker - Complex 1:1 Support (Victoria)
🏢 Myxa Care
📍 Victoria