Job Description

About The Job Bargara / Bundaberg, QLD 4670 | 1:1 Support About Discover Nursing Australia n

Discover Nursing Australia is a nurse-led disability support provider committed to empowering people living with disability to live with greater independence, dignity and choice.

About The Job Disability Support Worker (DSW) – Community Access, Recreation & Creative Arts Bargara / Bundaberg, QLD 4670 | 1:1 Support About Discover Nursing Australia n

Discover Nursing Australia is a nurse-led disability support provider committed to empowering people living with disability to live with greater independence, dignity and choice.

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We provide person-centred support tailored to each participant's individual needs, interests, preferences and goals. For this role, finding the right personality and shared interests is particularly important.

Current Opportunity – Bargara / Bundaberg, QLD 4670 n

We are currently seeking a compassionate, creative and proactive Disability Support Worker to provide 1:1 support to a participant in the Bargara/Bundaberg area .

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The participant has a strong interest in painting and creative arts , so we would particularly like to hear from support workers who have an artistic or creative background, enjoy painting, arts and crafts, or are enthusiastic about supporting creative activities.

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A nursing, healthcare or clinical care background would also be highly regarded.

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This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can combine safe and reliable disability support with community participation, recreation and meaningful creative activities .

The Role n

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- Community access and social participation.
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- Transport to shops, appointments and recreational activities.
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- Shopping and everyday errands.
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- Painting and creative art activities.
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- Arts and crafts projects.
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- Visiting galleries, art stores, markets or community activities.
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- Recreational and leisure activities.
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- Exploring new hobbies and interests.
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- Supporting the participant to remain socially connected.
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- Encouraging independence, choice and confidence.
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- Assistance with daily living where required.
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- Monitoring general wellbeing and escalating concerns appropriately.
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- Following the participant's individual support and care plans.
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- Maintaining accurate support documentation and progress notes.
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Creative Arts & Recreation n

Creativity is an important part of this role.

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The participant loves to paint , and we are looking for someone who can genuinely engage with this interest rather than simply supervise activities.

You May Have Experience Or a Personal Interest In n

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- Painting.
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- Drawing.
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- Arts and crafts.
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- Creative projects.
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- Photography or other visual arts.
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- Galleries and exhibitions.
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- Recreational and community activities.
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About You n

The ideal support worker will be:

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- Creative, engaging and enthusiastic.
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- Genuinely interested in painting or creative arts.
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- Able to plan and participate in enjoyable recreational activities.
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- Friendly and able to build natural rapport.
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- Reliable and punctual.
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- Patient, respectful and participant-focused.
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- Confident supporting community access.
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- Comfortable transporting the participant in the community.
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- Observant and attentive to the participant's wellbeing.
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- Able to work independently and use appropriate initiative.
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- Encouraging of independence, choice and participation.
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A nursing, healthcare, aged care or clinical support background would be highly regarded.

What You'll Need n

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- Certificate III in Individual Support or an equivalent/relevant qualification.
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- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
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- Current National Police Check.
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- Current First Aid Certificate.
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- Current CPR certification.
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- Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You.
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- Australian working rights.
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- Current Australian driver's licence.
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- Reliable vehicle with comprehensive motor vehicle insurance suitable for transporting the participant.
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- Australian Business Number (ABN) or willingness to obtain one.
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- A professional, reliable and participant-focused approach.
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Why Contract With Us? nn
- Consistent 1:1 participant support.
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- Flexible working arrangements.
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- Competitive contractor rates.
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- Applicable transport reimbursement.
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- Qualified Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance provided.
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- Support from our Registered Nurse and coordination team.
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- Participant-specific support and guidance.
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- Professional development opportunities.
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- Supportive, experienced and responsive organisation.
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- Chance to incorporate creative arts and recreation into meaningful disability support.
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- Opportunity to build a positive and consistent working relationship with one participant.
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Discover Nursing Australia n

Supporting independence, creativity, connection and meaningful participation.

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📌 Disability Support Worker (DSW) - Community Access, Recreation & Creative Arts (Bundaberg Central)
🏢 NDIS Discover Nursing Australia
📍 Bundaberg Central