About the role We're building a dedicated team in south-west Sydney to support a participant living with autism, behaviours of concern and high physical care needs in their own home.Shifts are currently weekday mornings.
Over the next few months, support will increase to 24/7 care.
Once the full roster is in place, we're looking to move casual staff into permanent positions.
The participant is also expected to move to Engadine in the coming months, and we're hoping the team will move with them, so our preference is that staff will be able to work in Engadine as well.Employment type:Casual and permanent part time (casual roles with a pathway to permanent)What you'll be doingPersonal care and hygiene supportManual handling, including hoist use and transfersPEG feeding and medication assistance, in line with the participant's care plansFollowing the participant's Behaviour Support Plan using consistent, positive strategiesSupporting communication, daily routines and emotional regulationCompleting accurate shift notes and incident reportsWhat we're looking forExperience supporting people with autism and/or complex behavioursExperience with personal care and manual handlingA calm, patient and consistent approachReliability, as consistency is very important for this participantHighly regardedPEG feeding experienceHoist and manual handling experienceMedication assistance experienceTrauma-informed practiceWeekday morning availability now,



and afternoon and overnight availability as the roster growsDon't have PEG or hoist experience, but have strong personal care and behaviour support experience?
We still encourage you to apply.
Training is provided.Essential requirementsCurrent First Aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain)NDIS Worker Screening Check Working With Children CheckValid driver's licence and reliable vehicleSmartphone and basic digital skills for shift notes and communicationRight to work in AustraliaWhat we offerCasual and permanent part-time positions, with casual staff to be offered permanent roles once the full roster is in placeA consistent team and regular rosterPaid onboarding and buddy shifts before working independentlyTraining in PEG feeding, manual handling and the participant's Behaviour Support PlanA responsive management team that answers the phoneOpportunities to grow into more senior rolesPay rates based on the SCHADS Award (Level 2), with pay point determined by your qualifications and experience.
Penalty rates apply for weekends, public holidays and overnight shifts.Other work available We also have shifts across Sydney, including Dulwich Hill and Ryde, supporting participants with psychosocial disability, mental health and complex behaviours.
Let us know in your application if you're open to other locations as well.How to apply Apply through this listing with a short introduction about yourself, your experience and what draws you to this kind of support work.
No formal cover letter needed.
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📌 Disability Support Worker - Autism & Complex Care - Bonnyrigg/Engadine (Sydney)
🏢 Golden Heart Services
📍 Sydney