Persian (Farsi) language skills are essential for this role. Please do not apply if you do not speak Persian.

About Cordial Care Services

Cordial Care Services is an NDIS-registered provider based in Canberra. We support people with disability through Supported Independent Living (SIL), Individualised Living Options (ILO), After School Care and Community Participation, with a focus on choice, dignity and independence.

Purpose of the Role The Support Worker provides safe, respectful and person-centred support to Persian-speaking NDIS participants in their homes and in the community, helping them achieve their goals and live as independently as possible. You will communicate with participants and their families in Persian every day, so fluency is required.

Key Responsibilities

Participant support

- Deliver support in line with each participant’s NDIS plan, goals and support preferences
- Assist with daily living tasks, meals, personal care and medication prompts as directed
- Encourage independence, decision-making and skill development

Community participation

- Support participants to attend appointments, shopping, the gym, social outings and community activities
- Provide protected transport where required, using a vehicle in accordance with company policy

Household and daily living

- Assist with cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping and general household routines
- Support participants with budgeting and everyday money skills

Health, safety and wellbeing

- Provide first aid and CPR when required
- Identify, respond to and report incidents, injuries, hazards and risks promptly




- Follow infection control, manual handling and workplace health and safety procedures

Documentation and communication

- Communicate with participants and their families in Persian, and write clear, accurate and timely shift notes and handover reports in English after every shift
- Communicate respectfully with participants, families, carers, allied health professionals and colleagues
- Maintain participant privacy and confidentiality at all times

Compliance and professional conduct

- Work in accordance with the NDIS Code of Conduct, NDIS Practice Standards and company policies
- Report any concerns, complaints or suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation immediately
- Attend team meetings, training and supervision as required

Essential Requirements

- Fluent spoken Persian (Farsi) and English
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), or equivalent
- Current First Aid and CPR certificates
- Full driver’s licence
- Current police check
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module certificate

Key Skills and Attributes

- Genuine compassion, patience and respect for people with disability
- Reliable, punctual and able to work independently
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays
- Ability to follow instructions, plans and procedures consistently

How to Apply Apply through Indeed, or visit www.cordialcareservices.com.au. Please include your resume and copies of your qualifications and certificates.

Pay: From $36.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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