Support Worker – Personal Care
Position Description
Join Our Team as a Disability Support Worker – Chiltern, Corowa and Rutherglen
Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives? Do you inspire hope and encouragement in others? If so, we want to hear from you!
SupportedPlus, an NDIS-registered disability service is looking for dedicated Disability Support Workers to provide personal, community, and in-home care in Chiltern and surrounding areas.
How We Work
At SupportedPlus, our Disability Support Workers play a vital role in ensuring the health, safety, and empowerment of participants. We provide person-centred support that respects individual choices, promotes dignity, and encourages independence.
Our participants range from 17 years and older and may have various support needs, including:
✔ Physical mobility challenges
✔ Neurological conditions
✔ Cognitive, intellectual, or psycho-social disabilities
✔ Autism spectrum disorders, Asperger syndrome, and Down syndrome
✔ Acquired brain injuries and mental health conditions
Support is provided flexibly across different hours and days, tailored to each participant’s needs. Services may include:
✅ Daily living & personal care
✅ Domestic assistance & tenancy support
✅ Mentoring & life skills development
✅ Social, community & civic participation
✅ Health & well-being programs
✅ Transport & supported holidays
✅ Recreational & group-based activities
This is a casual position, reporting to the Director at SupportedPlus.
About You – Core Competencies
As a Support Worker, you will assist individuals in working towards their life goals, providing guidance with daily routines, social engagement, and personal care when required.
We are looking for dedicated individuals who:
✔ Have experience supporting people with disabilities.
✔ Build trusted relationships with participants and their families in a caring and respectful manner.
✔ Are passionate about empowering individuals to live independently within their community.
✔ Possess strong organisational skills and the ability to work with self-drive and initiative.
✔ Demonstrate a commitment to delivering whole-person-centred care, incorporating hope, compassion, and empathy.
✔ Are self-aware, with the ability to recognize and manage their own emotions while understanding the feelings of others.
✔ Respect ethical beliefs and diversity, valuing individual cultures and personal values.
✔ Remain calm and composed in challenging situations.
✔ Are open to continuous learning, actively participating in regular training to enhance knowledge and skills.
✔ Prioritize participants’ well-being, ensuring that their needs and interests drive decision-making for the best possible outcomes.
About the Role
As a Disability Support Worker, you will:
✅ Support individuals in achieving their life goals and independence.
✅ Provide assistance with daily living, personal care, social participation, and life skills.
✅ Encourage and empower participants while respecting their privacy, dignity, and choices.
✅ Work flexibly across various hours and days and occasional weekend.
This is a casual position reporting to the Director at SupportedPlus.
About You
We are seeking individuals who:
✔ Have experience supporting people with disabilities.
✔ Are compassionate, patient, and committed to person-centred care.
✔ Can work independently and build trusted relationships.
✔ Are adaptable, organized, and culturally aware.
Essential Requirements
✔ Cert IV in Disability, Community Services, Mental Health, or Cert III in Personal Care
✔ Strong communication and confidentiality skills
✔ NDIS Worker Screening Check (or in progress)
✔ Valid Driver’s Licence & reliable vehicle
✔ COVID Vaccination Certificate
✔ Current First Aid & CPR Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
Desirable
✔ Experience in personal care, nursing, or mental health support
✔ Background in aged care or mentoring others in life skills
What We Offer
✔ A supportive, inclusive workplace with flexible work arrangements
✔ Opportunities for professional growth & community impact
✔ Work-life balance & the ability to make a real difference
We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQI, culturally diverse individuals, and people with disabilities.
Apply Now! Join us in empowering individuals to live their best lives.
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