Care Aid Australia Pty Ltd is an ethically driven registered NDIS provider committed to empowering independence through compassionate care.

Care Aid Australia is seeking an experienced and compassionate Disability Support Worker for ongoing shifts in Wollert.

The successful candidate will support a male participant with high support needs associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), including behaviours of concern. We are looking for someone who has experience supporting individuals with complex behavioural needs and can provide consistent, person-centred support in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of positive behaviour support, emotional regulation, identifying triggers, and implementing strategies to prevent and de-escalate behaviours of concern while maintaining the participant's dignity, safety and independence.

Previous experience supporting participants with high-level autism and complex behaviours is highly regarded.

About the Participant The participant is a young man who enjoys trains, gaming, sports, bike riding, community access, and spending time with his therapy dog. He responds best to support workers who prioritise trust, consistency, rapport building, and trauma-informed support approaches.

The successful support workers will understand the importance of:

- Building genuine rapport before placing demands
- Using calm, consistent, and respectful communication
- Supporting emotional regulation and community participation
- Working collaboratively within a Behaviour Support Framework
- Maintaining clear professional boundaries and detailed documentation

Key Responsibilities

- Provide person-centred support to a participant with high-level autism and behaviours of concern.




- Implement the participant's Behaviour Support Plan (BSP) and follow recommended support strategies.
- Recognise potential triggers, changes in body language and early warning signs of escalation.
- Apply proactive strategies to prevent and de-escalate behaviours of concern.
- Support emotional regulation by maintaining a calm approach, allowing space when appropriate and responding consistently to the participant's needs.
- Maintain professional boundaries and build a positive, trusting relationship with the participant.
- Support daily routines, personal care and independent living skills as required.
- Assist with domestic tasks, including cooking, cleaning, laundry, shopping and maintaining a safe living workplace.
- Support community access, recreational activities and meaningful participation in the community.
- Encourage independence, confidence, choice and control in everyday activities.
- Complete accurate progress notes and report incidents, behavioural changes and relevant concerns in accordance with organisational procedures.
- Communicate effectively with the wider support team, including Team Leaders, management and allied health professionals.
- Follow all relevant NDIS policies, workplace health and safety procedures, and organisational guidelines.
- Demonstrate sound judgement and problem-solving skills when responding to challenging situations.





You will be supporting the participant across:

- Community access
- Daily living activities
- Emotional regulation
- Personal care
- Meal preparation
- Transport and appointments
- Skill development and independence building
- Active overnight support shifts
- Behaviour support implementation in line with the BSP

About You To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Previous experience supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), particularly those with high support needs.
- Demonstrated experience managing and responding to behaviours of concern.
- Knowledge of positive behaviour support strategies and behaviour de-escalation techniques.
- The ability to recognise behavioural triggers and respond calmly and consistently.
- A patient, empathetic and respectful approach to supporting participants with complex needs.
- Robust communication, observation and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to follow a Behaviour Support Plan and implement strategies consistently.
- The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the wider support team.
- Experience working in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) home or other complex support environment is highly regarded.
- A commitment to person-centred support, participant dignity, choice and independence.
- A current driver's licence and a safe, reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance.

Pay: From $40.00 per hour

Application Question(s)

- Do you have experience working with ASD participants ?
- Have you previously worked with participants who present behaviours of concern ?

Licence/Certification:
- Medication Management Certificate (Required)
- Infection Control Certificate (Required)

Work Location: In person

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