Disability Support Worker

SIL – Disability Support Worker

Supported Independent Living (SIL)- Hervey Bay

Help4Heroes has a current opening for an experienced female team leader.

Must be female as a requirement (participant-specific) to support an NDIS participant. She requires constant support due to her cognitive & communication.

impairments as well as her mental health and trauma who resides

in a SIL with 24-hour support.

Skills:- Previous experience in mental health working with complex behaviours, epilepsy

Be trauma-informed, a team player, and have strong communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support that promotes choice, dignity, and independence.
• Assist with daily living tasks, including personal care, hygiene, and meal preparation.
• Support participants with mobility, transfers, and the safe use of equipment (hoists, wheelchairs, aids)
• Facilitate community participation, social engagement, and skill-building activities.
• Follow Individual Support Plans, Behaviour Support Plans, and allied health recommendations.
• Administer or support with medication in line with organisational policies and training.
• Maintain accurate and timely progress notes, incident reports, and documentation.
• Monitor participant wellbeing and report any concerns or changes promptly.
• Promote a safe and respectful environment that upholds NDIS Practice Standards.
• Work collaboratively with families, guardians, support coordinators, and team members.
• Maintain professional boundaries and uphold confidentiality at all times.
• Participate in training and development to maintain competency and compliance.

Must hold -

Cert 3 in Disability

Blue & Yellow Card -Current P

NDIS Modules up to date

CPR - First aid certificate

Assist with the medication certificate

National police check - Up to date

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Disability Support Worker?
• Do you have a current medication competency?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Have you completed a qualification in disability?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?

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