About the role
Greystanes Disability Services (GDS) is seeking High-Intensity Disability Support Workers to join our team based in Wentworth Falls, NSW on a casual basis, leading to permanent part-time if you are the right fit. In this role, you will provide person-centred active support to individuals with a disability and high-intensity needs, helping them achieve their personal goals and live with greater independence and inclusion within the community.
What you'll be doing
Assisting with personal care tasks, such as showering, dressing, and meal preparation
Providing support during health visits, social and recreational activities
Advocating for people with disability
Documenting the person with disability's progress and maintaining accurate records
Adhering to all organisational policies, procedures, and safety standards
NDIS Workers Check and Orientation Modules must be completed before starting work;
Right to Work in Australia;
Workers with Children Check;
A current First Aid certificate;
Valid driver's licence (Green P's to Full Licence) with the ability to drive Access Vehicles;
Ability to work diverse shifts that are over a 7-day/24-hour roster,
including public holidays; and most importantly
Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to improve the lives of those you support.
Previous high-intensity support work in a complex case needs;
Ability to provide physical and personal care support;
A Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent qualification; and
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust in a team environment.
What we offer
At Greystanes Disability Services, we are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer salary sacrificing, competitive remuneration, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disability.
About us
Greystanes Disability Services is a small disability service provider that has supported people with disability for over 60 years within the Blue Mountains and Nepean regions of NSW Australia.
As a for-purpose non-profit registered charitable organisation, the focus is on supporting people with complex and significant disability support needs. We are committed to delivering human rights-based, person-centred services.