At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide 1:1 support in creative arts and community activities.
- Company: Discover Nursing Australia, a nurse-led disability support provider.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive rates, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team focused on empowering individuals with disabilities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference while engaging in creative activities like painting.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Individual Support and a passion for the arts.
The predicted salary is between 17.1 - 20.9 $ per hour.
About The Job
- Bargara / Bundaberg, QLD 4670 | 1:1 Support
- About Discover Nursing Australia
Discover Nursing Australia is a nurse-led disability support provider committed to empowering people living with disability to live with greater independence, dignity and choice.
About The Job
- Disability Support Worker (DSW) – Community Access, Recreation & Creative Arts
- Bargara / Bundaberg, QLD 4670 | 1:1 Support
- About Discover Nursing Australia
Discover Nursing Australia is a nurse-led disability support provider committed to empowering people living with disability to live with greater independence, dignity and choice.
We provide person-centred support tailored to each participant's individual needs, interests, preferences and goals. For this role, finding the right personality and shared interests is particularly important.
Current Opportunity – Bargara / Bundaberg, QLD 4670
We are currently seeking a compassionate, creative and proactive Disability Support Worker to provide 1:1 support to a participant in the
Bargara/Bundaberg area .
The participant has a strong interest in painting and creative arts , so we would particularly like to hear from support workers who have an artistic or creative background, enjoy painting, arts and crafts, or are enthusiastic about supporting creative activities.
A nursing, healthcare or clinical care background would also be highly regarded.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can combine safe and reliable disability support with community participation, recreation and meaningful creative activities .
The Role
- Community access and social participation.
- Transport to shops, appointments and recreational activities.
- Shopping and everyday errands.
- Painting and creative art activities.
- Arts and crafts projects.
- Visiting galleries, art stores, markets or community activities.
- Recreational and leisure activities.
- Exploring new hobbies and interests.
- Supporting the participant to remain socially connected.
- Encouraging independence, choice and confidence.
- Assistance with daily living where required.
- Monitoring general wellbeing and escalating concerns appropriately.
- Following the participant's individual support and care plans.
- Maintaining accurate support documentation and progress notes.
- Creative Arts & Recreation
Creativity is an important part of this role.
The participant loves to paint , and we are looking for someone who can genuinely engage with this interest rather than simply supervise activities.
- You May Have Experience Or a Personal Interest In
- Painting.
- Drawing.
- Arts and crafts.
- Creative projects.
- Photography or other visual arts.
- Galleries and exhibitions.
- Recreational and community activities.
About You
The ideal support worker will be
- Creative, engaging and enthusiastic.
- Genuinely interested in painting or creative arts.
- Able to plan and participate in enjoyable recreational activities.
- Friendly and able to build natural rapport.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Patient, respectful and participant-focused.
- Confident supporting community access.
- Comfortable transporting the participant in the community.
- Observant and attentive to the participant's wellbeing.
- Able to work independently and use appropriate initiative.
- Encouraging of independence, choice and participation.
A nursing, healthcare, aged care or clinical support background would be highly regarded.
- What You'll Need
- Certificate III in Individual Support or an equivalent/relevant qualification.
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- Current National Police Check.
- Current First Aid Certificate.
- Current CPR certification.
- Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You.
- Australian working rights.
- Current Australian driver's licence.
- Reliable vehicle with comprehensive motor vehicle insurance suitable for transporting the participant.
- Australian Business Number (ABN) or willingness to obtain one.
- A professional, reliable and participant-focused approach.
Why Contract With Us?
- Consistent 1:1 participant support.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Competitive contractor rates.
- Applicable transport reimbursement.
- Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance provided.
- Support from our Registered Nurse and coordination team.
- Participant-specific support and guidance.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Supportive, experienced and responsive organisation.
- Opportunity to incorporate creative arts and recreation into meaningful disability support.
- Opportunity to build a positive and consistent working relationship with one participant.
- Discover Nursing Australia
Supporting independence, creativity, connection and meaningful participation.
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Disability Support Worker – Community Access, Recreation & Creative Arts in Bundaberg employer: NDIS Discover Nursing Australia
Discover Nursing Australia is an exceptional employer that prioritises the empowerment and independence of individuals living with disabilities. Located in the vibrant Bargara/Bundaberg area, we offer a supportive work culture that values creativity and personal interests, providing our Disability Support Workers with opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements. Join us to make a meaningful impact while engaging in creative arts and recreational activities that enrich the lives of our participants.
Contact Details:
NDIS Discover Nursing Australia Recruitment Team
