Join as a Disability Support Worker to provide one-on-one support for an independent young adult with Angelman Syndrome living in the community. This role involves facilitating independence, supporting daily living activities, and enabling community participation. You will work as part of a collaborative team including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Behaviour Support services, with a focus on working towards NDIS goals.
Key responsibilities
Motivate and support participation in community activities and interests including gaming, sci-fi, movies, LARPing, gym, swimming, and conventions
Support with hygiene, personal care through verbal prompts, housework, and food preparation with healthy food choices
Understand and implement mealtime management plan
Communicate using AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) including electronic and non-electronic methods
Provide mobility assistance and support with personal care tasks
Manage challenging behaviours with de-escalation skills and emotional regulation support
Maintain hyper-vigilance for safety while supporting independence and self-directed activities
Collaborate with Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist, and Behaviour Support Practitioner
About you
Experience with AAC preferred
Understanding of independent living with supports
Students of allied health, personal training, professional athletes or any motivational experience highly regarded
Physical ability for personal care and mobility support
Basic mobility assistance capability
Legal right to work in Australia
First Aid, Police Check, Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening required
Genuine, enthusiastic, and positive approach
Quick-thinking, resilient, patient, and flexible
Strong sense of humour
Ability to explain things clearly and listen closely
Experience managing behaviours of concern and de-escalating emotional outbursts valued
Make a positive impact daily
Training and ongoing support
Team collaboration with Speech, OT and behaviour support
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