Position Overview:

The Disability Support Worker is responsible for implementing training and support services aimed at maximising the living, employment, social and recreational skills of people with a disability. Community inclusion, independence, decision making, and personal choice should be promoted through these supports, with a focus on individual needs.

Responsibilities and Duties Include:

Support participants to participate in age appropriate activities and tasks including employment, in home support and community access. Support participants to access activities and outings in the community. Provide direct care assistance to each participant in accordance with their service plan and as directed. Work in accordance with the work health and safety procedures and participant right’s policies including privacy and confidentiality. Monitor the safety and well-being of the participants and report any concerns to the Manager. Provide 1: 1 or small group training and support in response to individual participant needs. Ensure completion of appropriate documentation. Relevant information on support provided is to be recorded in participant notes as required. Participate in the Lifestyle Service Planning process for individual participants and monitor outcomes. Work with participants, family/ carers, relevant case managers and other professionals to support the participant’s individual goals. In conjunction with other members of staff assist in developing, implementing and evaluating training and behaviour programs to attain identified individual goals. Ensure that all programming undertaken is appropriately maintained, documented and reviewed. Assume the role of key worker for designated participants, including the preparation of a monthly report on participant progress. Liaise extensively with other staff to ensure the overall smooth and consistent running of the service. Report regularly to manager Actively contribute to a team environment through open communication, participation in regular staff meetings, planning processes and policy review. Provide back up and support to other staff as necessary. Participate in Performance Development meetings to identify ongoing training and support opportunities. Notify the service if you are unable to work your rostered shifts, with as much notice as possible. Contribute to Case reviews with Employment Consultants and Facilitators.