Global Disability & Community Services – Camden NSW
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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 chance for a Support Worker who enjoys working with children and can build a solid, 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 explicit communication with the care team and report incidents or concerns.
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About you: nn
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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: nn
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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 Camden Park (Australia)
🏢 Global Disabilitymmunity Services
📍 Australia
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