Disability Support Worker - Illawarra

Health Staff Australia · Wollongong NSW 2500 · Casual/Holiday
+60d ago

Disability Support Worker - Illawarra

Health Staff Australia
Wollongong NSW 2500

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Casual/Holiday

~$50k - $65k(Estimated)
KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Assist with personal care such as showers, dressing, and grooming.
  • Support participants to remain comfortable, confident, and independent in their own homes.
  • Follow individual support plans with care and professionalism.

Now Hiring: Everyday Legends (aka Disability Support Workers) | Illawarra

Do you have the patience of a saint, the humor of a stand-up comic, and the multitasking skills of a parent on a Monday morning? Then you might just be our next in-home care hero.
We’re calling on caring, reliable, and passionate legends who love helping others live comfortably and confidently at home. If you can turn a tough day around, keep calm in the chaos, and still nail the classic “How was your day?” chat — we want you on our team.

What You’ll Be Doing (Your Daily Missions)

  • Assisting with personal care such as showers, dressing, and grooming — the real-life essentials
  • Supporting participants to remain comfortable, confident, and independent in their own homes
  • Helping with everyday routines and activities
  • Following individual support plans with care and professionalism
  • Observing changes, noticing the little things, and communicating effectively with the wider team

What You’ll Need in Your Utility Belt

  • Minimum 3 months’ experience in disability, or mental health support
  • Cert III or IV in Individual Support, Disability, or Mental Health (or currently working towards)
  • Current First Aid & CPR
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check
  • Driver’s license and reliable vehicle with CTP insurance
  • A good sense of humor (non-negotiable — trust us)

If you’re someone who shows up, gets things done, and brings a little sunshine into someone’s day — no capes, no egos, just real people making real differences — then hit Apply Now.

Join a team that believes support work should be equal parts heart, humor, and hustle.

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Skills

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DrivingExcellent communication skillsHumourMultitaskingObservationPatiencePersonal careReliabilitySupporting independence

Licenses & certifications

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Cert iii in individual supportCert iv in disability or mental healthFirst aid & cprNdis worker screening checkWorking with children check

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