At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with disabilities in daily living and personal care.
- Company: Essential Workforce, dedicated to empowering individuals in the Illawarra region.
- Benefits: Flexible casual hours, competitive pay, and meaningful work experience.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Cert IV in Disability or equivalent, strong communication, and calm under pressure.
The predicted salary is between 24.3 - 29.7 $ per hour.
Essential Workforce is hiring Disability Support Workers to join our Residential care team in Supported Independent Living in Wollongong NSW.
Employment Type: Casual
Hours: Shifts ranging from 2 to 9 hours, must be available for afternoon shifts and sleepovers.
Flexibility: Must be available to work weekends where required.
Roster: 24/7 roster, with a particular need for afternoon shifts and weekend sleepovers.
Behaviours of concern you must be confident supporting:
- Physical aggression (e.g., grabbing, scratching, striking)
- Property damage (e.g., throwing items, slamming doors)
- Sensory-seeking and repetitive behaviours
Key responsibilities:
- Follow BSP strategies consistently (including Green/Yellow/Red response)
- Use low arousal de-escalation and proactive support strategies
- Provide personal care, hygiene support, and daily living assistance
- Medication administration (Webster packs) and PRN processes as authorised
- Maintain participant dignity, privacy, and professional boundaries
What we’re looking for:
- SIL experience and confidence with complex behaviours (highly regarded)
- Strong documentation skills and ability to follow plans precisely
- Current manual handling training and practical experience with transfers and mobility assistance
- Medication competency (or willingness to complete competency assessment promptly)
- Calm under pressure, consistent, and respectful communication
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain immediately)
- National Police Check
- First Aid + CPR (current)
- Must have a reliable car that is insured and have NSW Driver's License (Provisional is acceptable)
- Minimum Cert IV in Disability / Community Services / Mental Health (or equivalent)
Residential Care Worker – Illawara region employer: Essential Workforce
Essential Workforce offers a supportive work environment for Mental Health & Disability Support Workers, focusing on person-centred care for individuals with complex mental health needs. The company values flexibility in scheduling and provides opportunities for professional development through hands-on experience in dynamic settings. Employees can expect to work collaboratively within a team while also having the autonomy to manage individual care plans.
