Job Description

Disability Support Worker: SIL (2:1) | North Strathfield | Casual About Us n

Aligned Community Care is a registered NDIS provider specialising in mental health, psychosocial disability, SIL, complex behaviours and more. We believe the best outcomes come from consistency, compassion and evidence-based support, and we want people who genuinely care about making a difference.

Bring your energy and make a real difference! n

We’re growing our Supported Independent Living (SIL) team at North Strathfield, and we’re looking for experienced Disability Support Workers who bring positivity, drive and heart to every shift. This is a casual position (TFN) with an ongoing roster.

About the Role n

You’ll support a young person with autism to live confidently and as independently as possible in his own home. That means building a genuine, trusting connection, keeping things fun and motivating, and always putting his goals and choices first.

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You’ll never be on your own. This is a 2:1 role, so there’s always a teammate by your side, backed by an experienced Disability Service Manager and ongoing training to help you handle the more complex parts of the job.

What Your Shifts Look Like n

Supports run across a 24/7 roster and will vary with his needs, goals and preferences. Additional shifts are available across our other sites for workers with versatile availability.

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Weekdays

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9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

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5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

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10:00 PM – 9:30 AM Sleepover, females only due to client choice & control

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8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

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5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

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10:00 PM – 8:00 AM Sleepover, females only due to client choice & control





What You’ll Do n

Provide personal care and daily living support, including meal preparation, household tasks and medication assistance

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Help build routines, independence and life skills

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Get out and about in the community, pursuing interests and goals

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Respond calmly to behaviours of concern using proactive de-escalation strategies

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Follow Positive Behaviour Support Plans, medication plans and individual care plans, including authorised restrictive practices where required

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Use trauma-informed, recovery-oriented approaches

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Keep accurate shift notes, incident reports and records

What You’ll Bring n

Proven experience supporting people with complex needs, including personal care, autism and behaviours of concern, including physical aggression

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A good understanding of, or experience with, restrictive practices

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A positive, upbeat and active approach, and the energy to keep things engaging

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A reliable, flexible, professional and person-centred attitude

What You’ll Get n

A consistent, ongoing roster

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Supportive leadership and mentoring

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Ongoing training in behaviour support and more

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Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Requirements n

Australian driver’s licence and reliable transport (you’ll drive our company van)

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NSW Working With Children Check

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NDIS Worker Screening Check

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Australian Police Check

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Current First Aid & CPR certificate

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Medication administration training (or willingness to complete it)

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100 points of ID

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Current right to work in Australia (applicants without it can’t be considered)

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📌 Disability Support Workers - SIL (Strathfield)
🏢 Aligned Community Care
📍 Strathfield