24 Oct
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Serve smart
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Australia
24 Oct
Serve smart
Australia
Role Summary
The Disability Support Worker provides person-centred support to clients in their own homes and in the community. The role helps clients live independently, stay healthy, and take part in daily life, including medication support, emotional support, appointments, household tasks, and meal preparation.
Key Responsibilities
In-home support
Cleaning and tidying the home, including kitchen, bathroom, laundry, and living areas
Preparing nutritious meals, including dinners, and supporting clients with grocery lists and food storage
Maintaining a protected, clean, and comfortable living setting
Medication and health support
Prompting and supporting clients with medication routines, in line with the service's medication policy and the worker's training
Recording medication support and reporting any concerns, changes, or missed doses promptly
Monitoring wellbeing and escalating health concerns to the appropriate person or emergency services
Community and appointments
Transporting and accompanying clients to medical, allied health, and other day-to-day appointments
Supporting clients with shopping, banking, and other errands
Assisting clients to access community activities, groups, and social outings
Emotional and social support
Providing companionship, encouragement, and a listening ear
Supporting clients to build routines, set goals, and stay socially connected
Responding to emotional distress in a calm, respectful, and person-centred way
Documentation and teamwork
Completing accurate daily notes, support logs, and incident reports
Communicating clearly with coordinators, families, and other support staff
Following all relevant policies on privacy, safety, and client rights
Pay: $26.44 – $57.35 per hour
Expected hours: 5.0 – 20.0 per week
Experience:
Disability support worker: 1 year (Required)
Licence/Certification:
Working with Children Check (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Australia (Required)
Location:
Munno Para SA (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
📌 Disability Support Worker Casual Munno Para (Australia)
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