MyPeople Disability and Support - Doncaster VIC
Disability Support Worker - Doncaster VIC **** (AND SURROUNDS)
MyPeople Disability and Support
MyPeople Disability and Support is a growing NDIS Service Provider committed to providing high-quality, person-centred support to NDIS participants. Our mission is to empower people with disability to lead fulfilling lives through tailored support that respects their individual needs and aspirations.
We are professionally trained and safety screened to national standards, and we pride ourselves on fostering independence, inclusion and choice for everyone we support.
THE ROLE
Location: Doncaster VIC **** and surrounds
We are seeking experienced and compassionate Disability Support Workers to provide person-centred support to a young man living in his own apartment in Bulleen.
Support is delivered in line with his Behaviour Support Plan, with a focus on safety, communication, daily living, community access and engagement.
Supervision and safety
Provide close, line-of-sight supervision at all times outside the home, due to impulsivity and absconding risk
Follow all approved restrictive practices, including locked doors within the apartment and a child lock engaged when travelling in the vehicle
Manage behaviours of concern calmly and strictly in line with the Behaviour Support Plan
Complete incident reports for any behavioural incidents in line with NDIS requirements
Communication
The participant is largely non-verbal and communicates using visual aids, gestures and pictures on his mobile device
Maintain a calm, patient and consistent communication style
Follow participant-led communication, allow processing time and watch for cues of dysregulation
Personal care and daily living
Support morning routine, breakfast and personal care on morning shifts
Support dinner,



shower and the evening and bedtime routine on evening shifts
Respect his eating preferences - he eats alone in his room, and this is supported without pressure to change it
Overnight sleepover support from 10:00pm to 7:30am, including a morning handover
Community access
Support appointments, exercise and community participation with constant supervision
Avoid or carefully manage noisy and crowded environments, planning outings around quieter times and locations
Minimise exposure to sudden loud noises and other sensory triggers
Engagement
Facilitate his interests, which include drawing, art, making creations, online games and movies
Read his regulation each day and adjust activities and expectations accordingly, as engagement varies day to day
Team and reporting
Complete accurate shift notes and handovers
Work collaboratively with his current support workers, family, coordinators and other providers
Complete two-hour buddy shifts with existing workers before independent shifts
Report any concerns, changes in behaviour or plan gaps to MPDS coordination
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
Full Australian working rights
Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module
Current First Aid and CPR Certificates)
Current Australian Driver Licence and access to a reliable vehicle
Certificate IV in Disability, Individual Support, Community Services or similar (or currently studying)
Minimum 6 months' experience in disability,



aged care, community services or health
Experience supporting participants with behaviours of concern and complex support needs
Excellent verbal and written English
Availability to commence immediately
WHY WORK WITH US
Paid travel time and kilometre reimbursement between shifts
Ongoing casual and permanent part time opportunities
Ongoing training and professional development
Internal career progression opportunities
A supportive, friendly and collaborative team environment
Meaningful work that makes a genuine difference in participants' lives
EMPLOYER QUESTIONS
Which suburb are you based in, and are you able to travel to Bulleen?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check?
Have you completed the NDIS Worker Orientation Module?
Do you have a current Australian Driver Licence?
Do you have access to a reliable vehicle for work purposes?
How many years' experience do you have as a Disability Support Worker?
Do you have experience supporting participants with behaviours of concern?
Do you have experience working with participants who are non-verbal or use alternative communication?
Are you available for overnight sleepover shifts?
Which First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?
Have you completed a qualification in disability?
What days and times are you generally available?
When are you available to commence?
Briefly tell us why you would be a good fit for MyPeople Disability and Support.
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