At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate, in-home support to individuals with complex needs.
- Company: Join Nextt, a leader in person-centred disability support.
- Benefits: Competitive pay rates, flexible shifts, and meaningful work.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available; perfect for students looking to make an impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in disability support and a caring attitude required.
The predicted salary is between 36.81 - 36.81 $ per hour.
Nextt is seeking a compassionate, reliable and experienced Female Disability Support Worker to provide person-centred, in-home support to a participant with complex support needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated support worker who is confident delivering personal care, assisting with complex physical support requirements and following individualised care and behaviour support plans.
If you are patient, attentive to detail and passionate about helping people feel safe, comfortable and supported in their daily lives, we would love to hear from you!
About the role:
You will provide high-quality support tailored to the participant’s individual needs, including:
- Personal care: Assistance with showering, dressing, grooming and personal hygiene.
- Hoist transfers: Two-worker transfers using ceiling hoists and slings.
- Repositioning and pressure care: Supporting safe positioning and following established pressure care procedures.
- Mealtime assistance: Supporting eating and drinking as required.
- Medication administration: Administering medication, primarily via blister packs, in line with relevant procedures.
- Suprapubic catheter care: Participant-specific training can be provided.
- Complex care awareness: Recognising and responding to autonomic dysreflexia, including blood pressure checks and following prescribed procedures for GTN spray.
- Wound care awareness: Understanding the process for replacing an outer wound dressing when required, in accordance with training and instructions.
- Behaviour support: Following a Behaviour Support Plan and maintaining a calm, consistent and trauma-informed approach.
Available shifts:
We are looking for a support worker who can reliably commit to the following roster:
- Morning shift: 7:00 am – 10:00 am
- Midday shift: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
- Evening shift: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Reliability and consistency across the roster are essential to providing quality support.
About you:
You are a caring and professional individual who understands the importance of dignity, respect, safety and person-centred care. To be successful, you will have:
- Relevant disability support experience, preferably with complex physical support needs.
- Experience or confidence with personal care, hoist transfers and pressure care.
- Strong observation skills and the ability to follow established care procedures.
- A calm, patient and trauma-informed approach to behaviour support.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a support team.
- A willingness to undertake training for participant-specific support requirements.
Essential requirements:
Applicants must hold:
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Current Working with Children Check
- Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
- Completed NDIS Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You.
- Current valid driver’s licence.
- Reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance.
- Relevant disability support experience.
Pay rates:
Casual – SCHADS Award E3.1 (In-Home and SIL) The applicable casual rates, before tax, are:
- Base rate: $36.81 per hour
- Afternoon shift: $40.49 per hour
- Active night shift: $41.23 per hour
- Saturday: $51.54 per hour
- Sunday: $66.26 per hour
- Public holiday: $80.99 per hour
Why join Nextt?
At Nextt, we are passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred support that makes a real difference. Join a team that values compassion, reliability and the important role support workers play in helping participants live with dignity and choice.
Disability Support Worker – East Maitland employer: Nextt
At Nextt, located in the vibrant Surry Hills, we pride ourselves on being a leading NDIS provider that champions person-centered support. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our dynamic work culture, where collaboration and innovation thrive, especially as we embark on an exciting systems transformation with Salesforce. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a diverse and inclusive workplace that values every voice.
