04 Nov
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Aligned Community Care
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Wongawilli
04 Nov
Aligned Community Care
Wongawilli
Disability Support Worker: ADL & CP | Multiple Sites Available | Casual
About Us
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!
We’re growing our teams across Wollongong, including Wongawilli, 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
You'll provide Community Participation and Assistance with Daily Living support to individuals with with intellectual, cognitive, neurodevelopmental and psychosocial disabilities, as well as mental health conditions, helping them live confidently and as independently as possible.
This includes building genuine, trusting relationships, supporting daily routines and personal goals, assisting with everyday tasks and encouraging participation in the community through meaningful activities and interests.
You'll never be on your own. You'll be backed by an experienced Disability Service Manager, On-Call Team and ongoing training to help you feel confident and supported in your role.
What Your Shifts Look Like
Supports run across an ongoing roster, provided to you in advance, and will vary with their needs, goals and preferences. Additional shifts are available across other locations for team members with flexible availability.
Weekdays & Weekends
- 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM (up to 7 days a week available)
- Other shifts may become available
What You’ll Do
- Provide Assistance with Daily Living and Community Participation
- Use your personal vehicle to assist with transportation, appointments
- Respond calmly & confidentially to behaviours of concern using proactive de-escalation strategies.
- Assist with emotional regulation and managing challenging situations.
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and respond respectfully to inappropriate interactions.
- Follow Positive Behaviour Support Plans, medication plans and individual care plans.
- Build routines, independence and everyday life skills.
- Use trauma-informed, recovery-oriented approaches.
- Keep accurate shift notes, incident reports and records.
What You’ll Bring
- Proven experience supporting people with cognitive and intellectual disabilities, Foetal Alcohol Syndrome, and behaviours of concerns; verbal aggression and absconding and more.
- A positive, motivating and active approach, and the energy to keep things engaging.
- Strong English communication skills.
- Solid professional boundaries.
What You’ll Get
- A consistent, ongoing roster
- Supportive leadership and mentoring
- Ongoing paid training in behaviour support and more
- Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Requirements
- MUST HAVE YOUR OWN CAR with Comprehensive Insurance - Will be transporting participants in your vehicle.
- Australian drivers licence
- NSW Working With Children Check
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Australian Police Check
- Current First Aid & CPR certificate
- Medication administration training (or willingness to complete it)
- 100 points of ID
- Current right to work in Australia (applicants without it can’t be considered)
Ready to Apply?
Apply via SEEK with your resume, including details of your experience supporting participants with autism, complex behaviours or high-intensity needs. Questions? Contact ••••@alignedcommunitycare.com.au
📌 Disability Support Workers - SIL (Wongawilli)
🏢 Aligned Community Care
📍 Wongawilli