Job Description
Disability Support Workers (Community Access & SIL)
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Equality Disability & Health Care Services – Gosford NSW
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Disability Support Workers (Community Access & SIL)
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Equality Disability & Healthcare Services
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About Us
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Equality Disability & Healthcare Services is a leading provider of disability support, committed to empowering individuals to live independently, achieve their goals, and actively participate in their communities.
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We deliver respectful, inclusive, and high-quality care, ensuring every person's dignity, rights, and potential are upheld.
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The Role
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Important: This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Only applicants with unrestricted working rights in Australia will be considered.
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We are currently seeking:
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Disability Support Workers (Community Access)
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Disability Support Workers (Supported Independent Living – SIL)
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Role Overview
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Community Access Support Workers support participants to engage in the community, build social connections, and achieve personal goals.
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SIL Support Workers provide day-to-day assistance within Supported Independent Living homes, including personal care, routines, and skill development.
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All roles operate within a person-centred framework, working under structured care plans and organisational policies.
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Key Responsibilities
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Your responsibilities will include:
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Supporting participants with daily routines, including personal care, meals, supervision, and social support
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Assisting participants to build independence and develop life skills
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Supporting community participation and activities aligned with participant goals
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Completing accurate shift notes, progress reports, and incident reports
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Communicating effectively with participants, families, and team members
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What We Are Looking For
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We are seeking individuals who are:
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Experienced in supporting people with disability
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Passionate about making a meaningful difference
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Strong communicators and team players
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Calm, patient, and adaptable in challenging situations
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Organised, with strong attention to detail
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Able to work independently and collaboratively
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Experience
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You must have experience supporting individuals with:
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Physical disabilities
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Intellectual disabilities
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Mental health or psychosocial disabilities
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Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs)
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Experience working with restrictive practices and complex behaviours will be highly regarded.
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You must also be willing to assist with personal care.
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Essential Requirements
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You must have, or be willing to obtain:
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Working With Children Check
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National Police Check
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NDIS Worker Screening Check
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NDIS Worker Orientation Module
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Current Australian driver's licence and reliable vehicle
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Desirable (Highly Regarded)
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Experience supporting complex needs or challenging behaviours
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Experience supporting participants with mental health conditions
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Understanding of behaviour support frameworks
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Strong communication and organisational capability
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Ability to adapt to changing participant needs
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What We Offer
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Ongoing training and professional development
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Supportive leadership and team environment
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Consistent rosters
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Flexible work arrangements
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Monthly RDOs, equating to an additional 12 days of leave annually
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Employee recognition programs
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Clear career progression pathways
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Employee Benefits Program
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Discounts on electricity and gas
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NBN and internet discounts
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Salary packaging options
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Access to exclusive lifestyle and financial advantages
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Equality Disability & Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity employer.
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📌 Disability Support Workers (Community Access & Sil) (Central Coast)
🏢 Equality disability and health care services
📍 Central Coast