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Disability Services Officer
KEY POINTS WE FOUND
- Support people with disabilities to develop life skills, build confidence and participate in education, recreation and community activities.
- Provide person-centred assistance with daily routines and personal care, while monitoring wellbeing and progress towards individual goals.
- Coordinate with families and professionals, maintain case records, and follow safeguarding and NDIS requirements.
You will support people with intellectual, physical, social and emotional disability to learn new skills, take part in education and activities, and get out and about in their community.
What you will do
- Deliver and support skill-building programs that help participants with learning, communication, social interaction and independent living
- Support participants with intellectual, physical, social and emotional disabilities, adapting your approach to each person’s needs and abilities
- Plan and run activities that give participants access to education, recreation, volunteering and community life
- Assist participants with personal care, mobility and daily routines where needed, respecting their dignity and choice
- Help participants build confidence, positive behaviour and relationships, using person-centred and positive behaviour support approaches
- Work with families, carers, teachers and allied health professionals to put in place and review individual support plans
- Monitor each participant’s progress and wellbeing, and adjust programs as their goals and needs change
- Connect participants with community services, disability supports and local resources, including NDIS supports
- Keep accurate case notes and records, and report incidents and concerns promptly
- Follow safety, quality and safeguarding requirements, including the NDIS Practice Standards and Code of Conduct
- Take part in team meetings, supervision and ongoing training
Requirements
- Certificate IV in Disability, Community Services or a related qualification (or currently working towards one)
- Experience supporting people with intellectual, physical, social or emotional disability
- Strong communication skills, with empathy and respect for each person’s dignity and choices
- Good organisation, planning and record-keeping skills
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working with Children Check
- National Police Clearance
- Current First Aid and CPR
- Right to work in Australia
Why join us?
- Competitive pay
- Ongoing training and professional development
- A supportive and inclusive team environment
- The opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life
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Skills
0 of 14 matchedCase note writingDisability supportEmpathyExcellent communication skillsIndependent workingIndividual support planningMobility assistanceNdis practice standardsOrganisationPerson-centred supportPersonal carePositive behaviour supportSkill developmentTeamwork
Licenses & certifications
0 of 5 matchedCertificate iv in disability, community services or related qualificationCurrent first aid and cprNational police clearanceNdis worker screening checkWorking with children check
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