Embrace Community Care is seeking compassionate, experienced and reliable Female Disability Support Workers to join our team supporting participants in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) home in Newcastle, NSW.

Important – Please Read Before Applying

This role involves supporting a participant with complex behaviours, high support needs and fluctuating support requirements.

Applicants must have relevant experience supporting people with complex behaviours and be confident implementing Positive Behaviour Support Plans (PBSPs). You must be patient, observant and able to remain calm, professional and consistent when responding to changing behaviours and challenging situations.

Please apply only if you have the relevant experience and confidence to meet the requirements of this role.

About the Role

As a Disability Support Worker, you will:

- Provide person-centred support with daily living activities, personal care and household tasks.
- Implement Positive Behaviour Support Plans using proactive, trauma-informed approaches.
- Support participants to develop independence, choice and control.
- Maintain a safe, respectful and positive home environment.
- Encourage community participation and engagement in meaningful activities.
- Recognise and respond appropriately to changes in behaviour, wellbeing and support needs.
- Complete accurate progress notes, incident reports and daily records.
- Communicate effectively with Team Leaders, families, Support Coordinators and allied health professionals.




- Follow NDIS requirements and all organisational and participant-specific policies and procedures.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

- Demonstrated experience supporting participants with complex behaviours and high support needs.
- Confidence implementing Behaviour Support Plans and positive behaviour support strategies.
- A patient, compassionate, respectful and person-centred approach.
- The ability to work independently and contribute effectively to a team.
- Solid communication, documentation and professional boundary skills.
- Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Teams and electronic care management systems.
- A reliable, responsible and professional attitude.

Essential Requirements

- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
- Current driver's licence.
- Working With Children Check.
- Previous disability support experience, particularly in SIL and complex behaviour support.

Why Join Embrace Community Care?

At Embrace Community Care, we are committed to providing high-quality, person-centred support that promotes independence, choice, dignity and wellbeing.

Join a supportive team where your skills, experience and dedication make a meaningful difference in people's lives.

How to Apply

If you have the relevant experience and are confident supporting participants with complex behaviours and changing support needs, we encourage you to apply.

Work Location: In person

📌 Female Disability Support Workers – Newcastle, NSW
🏢 Embrace Community Care
📍 Newcastle