Job Description
Experienced Disability Support Worker – Ringwood
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K&S; Disability Care is seeking an experienced, confident and proactive Disability Support Worker to join our team providing 2:1 in-home support and respite care to a participant in the Ringwood area.
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Applicants must have current Medication
Administration/Medication
Management competency and compliance, with the ability to safely follow medication procedures, documentation requirements and participant support plans.
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This role requires someone who is calm, patient and highly attentive, with experience supporting people with complex support needs, behaviours of concern and
sensory/environmental
sensitivities. The participant requires workers who can recognise early signs of escalation, communicate calmly and provide consistent, person-centred support.
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K&S; Disability Care is seeking an experienced, confident and proactive Disability Support Worker to join our team providing 2:1 in-home support and respite care to a participant in the Ringwood area.
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Applicants must have current Medication
Administration/Medication
Management competency and compliance, with the ability to safely follow medication procedures, documentation requirements and participant support plans.
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This role requires someone who is calm, patient and highly attentive, with experience supporting people with complex support needs, behaviours of concern and
sensory/environmental
sensitivities. The participant requires workers who can recognise early signs of escalation, communicate calmly and provide consistent, person-centred support.
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About the Role
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The successful applicant will provide support within the participant's home and community. The role includes community access and daily activities, with 2:1 support required for community mobility and transport.
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A key requirement of this role is the ability to follow strict environmental and chemical/scent restrictions. The participant has significant sensitivities to strong smells, including perfumes and fragrances, and requires a neutral environment. Workers must also be non-smokers and non-vapers, including ensuring vehicles used for support are free from smoke/vape exposure.
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We're Looking for Someone Who Has:
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Previous Disability Support Worker experience – essential
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Experience supporting behaviours of concern and complex support needs
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Confidence working within a 2:1 support model
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Strong understanding of de-escalation and positive behaviour support strategies
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A calm, patient and consistent approach
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Ability to recognise changes in behavior, communication and emotional regulation
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Clear English communication skills, both verbal and written
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Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build genuine rapport
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Ability to follow detailed support plans, risk management strategies and qualified guidance
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Willingness to comply with strict fragrance, chemical and environmental requirements
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Non-smoker and non-vaper
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Reliability and punctuality, with the ability to provide consistent support
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A strong commitment to person-centred, respectful and high-quality care
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This role would suit an experienced worker who understands that successful complex support is built on consistency, patience, relationship-building and early intervention, rather than a reactive approach. The participant's support documentation specifically emphasises calm, clear communication, environmental regulation and early de-escalation.
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Please note: To protect participant privacy, personal and identifying information will only be provided to suitable applicants as part of the recruitment and onboarding process.

📌 Experienced Disability Support Worker - Ringwood (South Australia)
🏢 K&S Disability Care
📍 South Australia