Connecting Families

Female Disability Support Workers

Connecting Families  •  Caboolture, AU (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Female Disability Support Workers – URGENT START!

We are seeking experienced female Disability Support Workers to support a female NDIS participant with complex mental health and psychosocial support needs.

This role requires a compassionate, reliable and emotionally mature worker who can provide

person-centred, trauma-informed and recovery-oriented support while maintaining professional boundaries and promoting the participant's rights, choice, dignity and independence.

Your responsibilities may include:

  • Providing one-to-one support in the participant's home and community.
  • Supporting daily routines, appointments and household activities.
  • Assisting with community access and social participation.
  • Providing reassurance and emotional support during periods of distress.
  • Following individualised support and behaviour support plans.
  • Identifying and appropriately responding to changes in presentation.
  • Maintaining clear professional boundaries.
  • Completing progress notes and incident documentation.
  • Communicating effectively with the participant's support team.

Requirements:

  • Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability, Mental Health, Community Services, or equivalent.
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check.
  • Current First Aid and CPR.
  • Relevant qualifications and/or experience.
  • Working with Children Check where applicable.
  • Current Australian driver's licence and reliable vehicle

If you are compassionate, resilient and experienced in supporting people with complex mental health needs, join us now!

Connecting Families

About Connecting Families

​At Connecting Families, we've been supporting children, teenagers, and adults with complex behaviours and significant disabilities for over 10 years. As a registered NDIS provider, we offer personalised services to help our clients live more independently and engage fully in their communities.​

Our Services:

Accommodation Services: We provide homes where clients can live comfortably with the right support. This includes long-term housing, medium-term options for up to 90 days, and short-term stays for respite care.​

Community Access: We assist clients in attending appointments, shopping, and participating in activities, promoting social inclusion and independence.​

In-Home Support: Our team helps with daily tasks like cooking, cleaning, and personal care, enabling clients to maintain their routines at home.​

Respite Care: We offer short-term stays, giving families and caregivers a well-deserved break while ensuring clients receive quality care.​

At Connecting Families, we're dedicated to empowering individuals and fostering a supportive community.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
St Leonards, AU
Year Founded
2013
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