DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER
- Support people with disability to build independence through personal care, daily living skills and community participation.
- Administer medication, follow individual support plans and complete accurate handover notes and incident reports.
- Work a range of morning, afternoon, evening, weekend and overnight shifts across Newcastle suburbs.
Disability Support Worker
Casual and Permanent Part Time
📍 Location: Newcastle suburbs
🚗 Must have a full NSW Drivers Licence and Full Comprehensive Insurance
🧡 Personal care is required and you must be confident providing it
🌘 A shift 6am to 2pm | B Shift 2pm to 10pm| B+SO 10pm to 6am
💼 2+ years experience
Make a real impact
As a Disability Support Worker with Lifestyle Solutions, you will help customers build independence at home and in their community. If you are caring, reliable and motivated to support others, we would love to hear from you.
What you will be doing 🫶
• Supporting daily living skills including cooking, domestic tasks and social skills
• Providing personal care including showering, toileting, feeding and dressing
• Mentoring customers to explore interests, hobbies and cultural activities
• Assisting with community participation and recreation programs
• Administering medication safely and following individual support plans
• Completing clear and factual handover notes and incident reports
• Offering support in the home and the community
• Using diabetes knowledge and PEG feeding skills if required (training ideal)
Why you will love working with us ✨
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Ongoing training and development
• Hourly rate based on the SCHADS Award
• Meaningful work that makes a real difference
What you will bring 💼
• Availability for mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, sleepovers and awake shifts
• Strong communication skills with verbal and non verbal customers
• Strong computer skills are essential for daily documentation, reporting, and communication
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance or willingness to obtain
• Current First Aid Certificate HLTAID003
• Qualifications in Disability or Community Services are an advantage
For more information on these requirements, please click HERE.
Who we are 💛
Lifestyle Solutions provides person centered support to people with disability, young people, families and communities. We believe in equality, respect and everyone having access to quality services delivered by caring and dedicated people. You can learn more about us here.
How to apply 📩
All applications must be lodged online. Shortlisting is ongoing so apply early.
For enquiries please email Tracey Foster tracey.foster@possabilitygroup.com.au
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