Job Description
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Global Disability & Community Services – Camden NSW
Youth Worker or Disability Support Worker – Complex Behaviours n
We are seeking a
patient, confident and experienced Disability Support Worker
to support an 11-year-old boy living with the impacts of a severe Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), ADHD, ODD and PTSD.
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This is a rewarding opportunity for a Support Worker who enjoys working with children and can build a
strong, positive relationship
while providing consistent support with emotional regulation, routines, community access and daily activities.
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The successful candidate will be someone who can remain calm and composed during challenging situations and understands that behaviour is often a form of communication.
Key Responsibilities n
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Build a
positive and trusting relationship
with Atticus.
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Follow Atticus's
Positive Behaviour Support Plan, routines and visual schedules
consistently.
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Support
emotional regulation
and recognise early signs of escalation.
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Respond calmly and confidently to
challenging behaviours, aggression and meltdowns
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Use
positive reinforcement, clear boundaries and choices
to encourage appropriate behaviour.
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Provide
close supervision to maintain safety
, including during community access and around other children.
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Supervise
internet, device and screen use
in line with his safety plan.
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Support appropriate
personal boundaries and social interactions
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Maintain transparent communication with the
care team
and report incidents or concerns.
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About you: n
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Experience supporting children/young people with complex behaviours
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Calm, patient and confident managing challenging behaviours
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Strong understanding of positive behaviour support
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Reliable and consistent
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Essential Requirements: n
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Certificate III/IV in Disability, Individual Support or Community Services
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Current WWCC, NDIS Worker Screening, First Aid & CPR, Police Check
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Driver's licence, reliable vehicle and comprehensive insurance
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📌 Youth Worker (New South Wales)
🏢 Global Disabilitymmunity Services
📍 New South Wales
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