20 Oct
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WE LOVE WITH CARE
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Regents Park
20 Oct
WE LOVE WITH CARE
Regents Park
Disability Support Worker (NDIS)
We Love With Care | Regents Park, NSW Contract Positions Available (Multiple Vacancies)
About the Role
We Love With Care is seeking dedicated and compassionate Disability Support Workers to join our growing team in Regents Park, NSW. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with disabilities by providing high-quality, person-centred support that promotes independence, dignity, choice, and community participation.
As a Disability Support Worker, you will assist NDIS participants with their daily support needs while fostering a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment. You will work closely with participants, families, and the broader support team to deliver individualized care in accordance with support plans and organizational policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality, person-centred disability support tailored to each participant's individual needs and goals.
- Assist participants with personal care, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and hygiene support.
- Support daily living activities and established routines throughout the day and night, including sleepover and active night shifts where required.
- Support participant mobility, transfers, and positioning using appropriate manual handling techniques.
- Safely operate hoists and other mobility or transfer equipment where required.
- Assist with PEG feeding and other high-intensity daily personal activities in line with participant care plans and training requirements.
- Assist with meal preparation, nutrition, and encouraging healthy lifestyle choices.
- Support participants to access the community and engage in social, recreational, educational, and vocational activities.
- Provide companionship, emotional support, encouragement, and advocacy.
- Assist with household tasks including cleaning, laundry, shopping, and maintaining a safe living environment.
- Monitor participants' wellbeing and respond appropriately to changing support needs.
- Follow support plans, behaviour support plans, care plans, and workplace procedures.
- Complete accurate and timely shift notes, incident reports, and other required documentation.
- Communicate effectively with participants, family members, healthcare professionals, and the wider support team.
- Promote participant choice, control, independence, and inclusion at all times.
- Ensure compliance with NDIS Practice Standards, workplace health and safety requirements, and organizational policies.
What We're Looking For
Essential Requirements
- Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability, Aged Care, Community Services, or a related qualification (or willingness to obtain).
- Current First Aid and CPR Certificate.
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- Current Working With Children Check (where applicable).
- National Police Check.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Commitment to person-centred support and upholding participant rights.
- Reliable, qualified, and compassionate approach to care.
Desirable Skills and Experience
- Previous experience supporting people living with disability.
- Experience with manual handling, transfers, and hoist operation.
- Experience supporting participants with complex care needs.
- Experience with PEG feeding and high-intensity supports.
- Knowledge of NDIS Practice Standards and participant safeguarding principles.
- Current driver's licence and reliable vehicle.
About Us
We Love With Care is a disability support organisation committed to empowering people with disabilities to live fulfilling, independent, and meaningful lives. We deliver compassionate, high-quality support services that respect the rights, dignity, and choices of every participant.
Our team is passionate about creating positive outcomes for participants and fostering an inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rates.
- Flexible shifts including weekdays, weekends, sleepovers, and active nights.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive management and experienced leadership team.
- Opportunities for career growth within the disability sector.
- A rewarding role that makes a genuine difference in people's lives.
Apply Now
If you are passionate about supporting people with disabilities and want to be part of a team that genuinely cares, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience, qualifications, and suitability for the role. Applications from both experienced support workers and motivated individuals entering the disability sector are encouraged.
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