Job Overview
Position title
Disability Support Worker - Implementing Behaviour Supports
Location
Rowville 3178
Employment details:
Casual Contract

A disability support worker plays a pivotal role in delivering compassionate care, assistance, and support to individuals living with disabilities. Their objective is to empower individuals with disabilities, fostering increased independence, enhancing their overall quality of life, and promoting active engagement within their communities.

This role involves supporting a young man with non-verbal autism in community access, going for walks, meal preparation, bathing and assisting with daily living.

The services will be performed in-home care with surrounding staff and family to assist should the need be. You will receive on site training to best assist individual/s, as well as be shown interactive methods useful for support

Consistent ongoing set weekly hours including both weekday, weekend supports and driving shifts. Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday preferred.

Additional hours can be provided when available/covers required.

● Collaborate with individuals, their families, and multidisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive assessments and develop personalised behaviour support plans.
● Assist with daily tasks, routines and social engagements.
● Foster meaningful connections with clients through active listening, companionship, and empathy, promoting mental and emotional well-being.
● Conduct regular assessments of clients' needs and progress, maintaining accurate records and promptly reporting any changes or concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
● Encourage and support clients in developing and maintaining their independence and self-confidence by offering guidance and assistance as needed.
● Ensure the safety and well-being of clients at all times, following established safety protocols and infection control measures.
● Maintain participant health records and documentation according to Dedicated Support & Care policies.