Experienced Disability Support Worker

Hunter Ability Support | Mount Hutton, NSW Employment: Casual – Immediate Start

Pay Rate: $40–$60 per hour (depending on experience and applicable shifts)

Availability: Weekdays and weekends

We’re Looking for Someone Special!

Hunter Ability Support is seeking an experienced, reliable and compassionate Disability Support Worker to join our team supporting a participant in Mount Hutton. We are looking for someone who brings more than just experience to their role. The ideal person will have a patient, understanding and calm approach, paired with a fun, bubbly and positive personality.

You will need to be confident supporting individuals with complex physical needs and behaviours of concern, while creating a safe, enjoyable and supportive environment.

Experience supporting individuals with quadriplegic cerebral palsy is highly desirable.

About the Role

You will provide individualised, person-centred support that promotes independence, dignity, choice and quality of life.

Responsibilities may include

- Providing personal care and assistance with daily living activities.
- Supporting complex physical and mobility needs, including safe manual handling and hoist transfers.
- Recognising and responding appropriately to behaviours of concern.
- Following individual behaviour support plans and established support strategies.
- Encouraging meaningful engagement, social interaction and enjoyable daily activities.
- Maintaining accurate shift notes, including observations and behaviour documentation.
- Working collaboratively with the participant, their family, therapists and wider support team.

Who We're Looking For

Personality matters in this role! We would love to hear from someone who is:

- Patient and understanding – able to remain calm, reassuring and supportive during challenging situations.
- Fun, bubbly and engaging – someone who brings positive energy, enjoys a laugh and can make everyday activities enjoyable.
- Experienced and confident – understands behaviours of concern, potential triggers,



de-escalation techniques and positive behaviour support.
- Compassionate and respectful – genuinely passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred care.
- Reliable and consistent – understands the importance of routine, familiarity and building trusting relationships.
- Observant and proactive – able to recognise changes in behaviour, communication and support needs.

Experience & Requirements

Highly Desirable:

- Previous experience supporting individuals with quadriplegic cerebral palsy.
- Experience working with complex physical disabilities and high support needs.
- Demonstrated understanding of positive behaviour support and behaviours of concern.
- Experience with hoist transfers, manual handling and personal care.
- Experience implementing individualised support and behaviour support plans.

Essential:

- Previous experience as a Disability Support Worker, particularly in complex care or behaviour support.
- Current Australian driver's licence.
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain).
- Working With Children Check, where required.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- A genuine commitment to reliability, consistency and participant wellbeing.

Relevant qualifications in Individual Support or Disability, along with current First Aid and CPR certification, will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

- Above-award pay rates reflecting experience and responsibilities.
- Consistent support opportunities within an established team.
- A supportive and approachable management team.
- Opportunities to develop your skills in complex disability support.
- A positive workplace culture where your contribution is genuinely valued.
- The prospect to build meaningful relationships and make a real difference.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Support Worker who can bring the right balance of professionalism, patience, confidence and a fun-loving personality, we would love to hear from you! Please apply through SEEK or email your resume to:

[email protected]

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