10 Oct
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Advance Disability Services and Respite Pty
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Penrith
10 Oct
Advance Disability Services and Respite Pty
Penrith
We are currently seeking Casual Disability Support Workers to join our growing team to work in the Western Sydney Region.
Why Join #TeamADSR?
At ADSR, we’re a team of dedicated professionals united by a shared commitment to person-centred care and positive outcomes for people living with disabilities.
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Prospect (EEO) employer that values diversity and inclusion.
Employee Benefits
- Generous support for professional development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Staff rewards and benefits program
- Modern facilities
Essential Criteria
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds — experience is not essential, but a strong willingness to learn and contribute meaningfully to the lives of others is highly valued.
Applicants should ideally demonstrate:
- A caring and empathetic nature
- Physical capacity to carry out support tasks including personal care
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Willingness to work independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to ADSR’s values of integrity, potential, individuality, and relationships
- Comfort using technology (smartphones, tablets, computers)
- Current Driver’s Licence and access to a roadworthy vehicle (with comprehensive insurance)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- COVID-19 vaccination, including at least one booster
- Ability to respond calmly and supportively in challenging situations
Key Responsibilities
You will support people with disability to build independence and engage meaningfully in the community.
Duties may include:
- Supporting participants in Day Program activities
- Assisting with social and community participation (e.g. outings, events, recreational programs)
- Providing individualised emotional support and companionship
- Encouraging skill-building and independence in daily life
- Following positive behaviour support plans
- Record keeping, documentation, and incident reporting
- Assistance with personal care and meals when required
- Medication administration (if required)
- Deal with challenging behaviours of concern
- Deal with participants who may display physical aggression
- Domestic duties (when required)
Desirable Criteria
- Certificate III or IV in Disability, Individual Support or similar (preferred but not essential)
- Prior experience in the disability, aged care or community services sectors
- Understanding of the NDIS and person-centred practices
How to Apply
Please apply via the following link:
https://jobs.swagapp.com/AU/jobs/organisations/c92da2f6-0756-49fe-9ba5-40df3969abc6
Submit:
- A cover letter
- Your resume
- Responses to the selection criteria
Please Note
- Applications will only be considered if submitted via the link above
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- You must have the legal right to live and work in Australia
- No recruitment agencies please
- Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged
Have questions?
Contact Human Resources:
[email protected]
Learn more about us at: https://www.advancedisabilityservices.com.au
📌 Casual Disability Support Worker (Penrith)
🏢 Advance Disability Services and Respite Pty
📍 Penrith