Norella Disability Support Services is growing, and we're recruiting casual Support Workers across Merrylands, Liverpool, Campbelltown and surrounding areas.
These are regular, ongoing rosters not scattered one-off shifts. We match workers to participants deliberately and keep those matches stable, because consistency is what makes support actually work.
We support people with a wide range of needs, including physical disability, psychosocial disability and complex health support requirements. Full details of each role are discussed at interview.
What you'll be doing
- Assist with daily living activities including personal care, meal preparation and household tasks
- Provide support in line with each participant's individual plan, including health care plans where applicable
- Assist with mobility, transfers and manual handling using approved techniques and equipment
- Prompt and support medication as authorised
- Provide emotional support and build a trusting, respectful working relationship
- Support community access, appointments, and social and recreational participation
- Liaise with families, carers, allied health professionals and support coordinators
- Maintain accurate progress notes and incident documentation in line with NDIS Practice Standards
- Ensure a safe environment for participants at all times
What we're looking for
- Minimum 1 year experience in disability, mental health or aged care support
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent
- NDIS Worker Screening Check and completed NDIS Worker Orientation Module
- Current First Aid and CPR certificate
- Valid driver's licence and a reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle
- Demonstrated manual handling competency and a good standard of physical fitness
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Patience, empathy and genuine respect for participant choice and independence
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliability and consistency, our participants value familiar workers
- Highly regarded
- Experience with mobility equipment, hoists and transfers
- Epilepsy awareness and seizure first aid training
- Certificate IV in Mental Health, or Mental Health First Aid
- Understanding of trauma-informed and recovery-oriented practice
- Experience supporting participants with complex or high intensity support needs
What we offer
- Pay in line with the SCHADS Award (Social and Community Services stream), plus casual loading and applicable penalty rates
- Paid induction and ongoing training
- Genuine flexibility around your availability
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Direct access to management, we're a small team and you won't be a number
About us
Norella Disability Support Services is a Sydney-based NDIS provider delivering person-centred disability and aged care support across Greater Sydney. We were founded on lived experience of navigating the support system, and we build our services around what each participant actually wants their life to look like.
Empowering Abilities, Enriching Lives.
Support Worker in Liverpool employer: Norella Disability Support Services
Norella Disability Support Services is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and inclusive work culture, making it an ideal place for those passionate about community care. With flexible shifts and opportunities for personal and professional growth, employees can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities in the vibrant Waterloo area. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values compassion and community connection.
Contact Details:
Norella Disability Support Services Recruitment Team
