Spanish Speaking – Disability Support Worker

About Leora Healthcare

At Leora Healthcare, our Support Workers bring light into people’s everyday lives by supporting dignity, independence and choice.

We are seeking a Male Spanish-Speaking Disability Support Worker to provide high-quality, person-centred support to a client living in Lidcombe.

The successful candidate must be confident supporting a client living with dementia, providing companionship, and assisting with community access activities, including walks to nearby parks and local shops.

About the Role

As a Disability Support Worker in Lidcombe, you will support a client living with dementia to achieve greater independence, wellbeing, and community participation. This ongoing role involves providing person-centred support both at home and in the community, including social support, community access, and accompanied walks to parks and local shopping areas.

Shift Schedule

• Thursday, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Fortnightly)

Expected to transition to weekly 2-hour visits in the coming months, with hours increasing to approximately 10 hours per week early next year.

Key Responsibilities

• Support a client living with dementia using a calm, supportive, and person-centred approach.
• Accompany the client on walks to nearby parks, shops, and other community outings.
• Provide social support and meaningful companionship.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and community participation.
• Build a positive and relatable relationship with the client.
• Monitor and report any changes in wellbeing, behaviour, or support needs.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience supporting people living with dementia, aged care clients, or individuals with disability support needs.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and active listening skills.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative, and maintain professional boundaries.
• Calm, patient, reliable, and compassionate approach.
• Comfortable supporting community access activities and encouraging social connection and independence.
• Ability to engage respectfully with a Spanish-speaking client and support their cultural preferences.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Certificate III in Individual or Disability Support ( or related field)
• Assisting with community access and social participation
• NDIS Worker Check ( or willing to have ) 

When you join Leora Healthcare, you’ll become part of a team that values the important work Support Workers do every day.

We offer:

• Above-award pay rates
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive care and leadership teams
• Recognition and appreciation for the work you do
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and benefits
• Opportunities to grow within the organisation

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and providing calm, consistent and respectful support, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now or send your resume to careers@leorahealth.com.au

Acknowledgement of Country

Leora acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living today.