Male Disability Support Worker – Blacktown NSW
About Connecting Families
Connecting Families is a community-focused organization committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of children, adults, and families. Driven by our core values of Capability, Authenticity, Respect, and Empowerment (CARE), we ensure that every client experiences inclusivity, dignity, and genuine support through our dedicated team and innovative programs.
About the Role
We are seeking a strong, fit male Disability Support Worker to provide support to a 22-year-old male client in Blacktown NSW. This is a casual position. The client has a range of medical conditions and presents with complex behaviours, including:
- Schizophrenia
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Physical aggression
- Absconding
- Sexually inappropriate behaviours
- Suicidal ideation
This role involves providing support in both hospital and community settings, helping the client access the community and promoting his independence and well-being. You will also need to manage challenging behaviours and provide supervision to ensure safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide community access support
- Assist with managing physical aggression, property damage, sexually inappropriate behaviours, and suicidal ideation as required.
- Provide support and supervision in hospital settings and community outings.
- Ensure the client’s safety and promote his independence while managing complex behaviours.
- Engage with the client in meaningful conversation, helping him to build rapport and feel supported.
About You
To succeed in this role, you should bring the following:
- Experience supporting individuals with schizophrenia, brain injuries, or other complex behavioural issues.
- Strong physical fitness and the ability to manage physically demanding situations.
- Ability to effectively engage with the client through conversation and provide emotional support.
- Experience managing challenging behaviours, including physical aggression, absconding, and suicidal ideation.
- Patience, empathy, and resilience, especially in high-pressure situations.
- Experience in community access and assisting clients with daily living tasks.
- Flexibility and ability to adapt to the client’s needs in unpredictable situations.
Essential Requirements
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Employee Working With Children Check
- Current First Aid (HLTAID011) and CPR (HLTAID009) certificates
- Valid Australian Driver’s Licence and a reliable, comprehensively insured car
- At least Certificate III in Disability, Individual Support, or an equivalent qualification
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in Disability Support or similar roles
- Willingness to undergo pre-employment checks
What We Offer
- Supportive, inclusive, and values-driven team culture
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Opportunities to make a genuine difference in the client’s life every day
- Flexible working arrangements based on client needs
How to Apply
If you’re a compassionate, skilled Disability Support Worker with the strength and experience to support an individual with complex needs, we’d love to hear from you!
Please submit your resume and cover letter, outlining your experience and why you’d be a great fit for this role.
Note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
