Job Description
SHCS Sydney Health & Care Services – Wollongong NSW
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Casual/Temporary
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1mo ago , from SHCS Sydney Health & Care Services
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Sydney Health & Care Services (SHCS) is hiring Disability Support Workers to join our Residential care team in Supported Independent Living in Wollongong NSW.
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We have Casual and Part time shifts available:
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Availability across a 24/7 roster, including morning, afternoon and night is required. Availability for active and sleepover night shifts as needed isessential.
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Shift durations range from 2hrs - 9hrs.
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We are looking for experience with:
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Behaviour management
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PEG Feeding
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Medication administration (including insulin)
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Behaviours of concern you must be confident supporting:
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This role may involve supporting participants who can display:
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physical aggression(e.g., grabbing, scratching, striking)
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property damage(e.g., throwing items, slamming doors)
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sensory-seeking and repetitive behaviours
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Key responsibilities
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Follow BSP strategies consistently (including Green/Yellow/Red response)
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Uselow arousal de-escalationand proactive support strategies
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Provide personal care, hygiene support, and daily living assistance
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Medication
administration(Webster
packs) and PRN processes as authorised
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Maintain participant dignity, privacy, and professional boundaries
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Escalate concerns through the chain: Team Leader -> House Coordinator -> ROM (after hours via On-Call)
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What we're looking for
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SIL experience and confidence with complex behaviours (highly regarded)
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Robust documentation skills and ability to follow plans precisely
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Medication competency (or willingness to complete competency assessment promptly)
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Calm under pressure, consistent, and respectful communication
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NDIS Worker Screening Check(or willingness to obtain immediately)
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National Police Check
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First Aid + CPR(current)
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Must have a reliable car that is insured and have NSW Driver's License (Provisional is acceptable)
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MinimumCert IV in Disability / Community Services / Mental Health(or equivalent)
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