Disability Support Workers Central Coast and Hunter - Multiple Locations
- Assist clients with daily living activities in their home.
- Support clients in achieving greater independence and wellbeing.
- Build trusted relationships with clients and families.
Disability Support Worker – Central Coast and Hunter
- Empower People, Create Connections. Make a Real Impact
- Part Time Hourly Rate: From $36.22 (plus applicable penalty rates)
- Benefits: Access up to $15,900 in salary packaging annually
About Us – Unisson Disability
At Unisson, we believe disability doesn’t define anyone. With over 100 years of experience, we’ve supported people with disability to live fulfilling, independent lives. Our name pays tribute to our beginnings – with the double “S” symbolising our original name, Sunshine and the vision of our founder, Dr. Lorna Hodgkinson.
About the Role
We’re seeking dedicated Disability Support Workers to join our supportive teams in the following locations.
· Gorokan
· Wadalba
· Hamlyn Terrace
· Fletcher
· Thornton
· Watanobbi
· Wyong
In this role, you’ll assist a group of clients with various disabilities and daily support needs, who live together in a shared home. You’ll be a key part of helping them achieve greater independence and wellbeing in their daily lives. Operating under the active support model, the role involves support with all activities of daily living including psychosocial support, physical support, support maintaining their household, support maintaining health and wellbeing.
Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering active support aligned with each client’s goals and support plans
- Supporting with daily living activities in their home including cooking and cleaning
- Assisting with daily personal care tasks (e.g., toileting, showering, dressing)
- Using safe manual handling techniques in accordance with individual plans
- Facilitating community access and transport using Unisson vehicles or public transport
- Building trusted relationships with clients, families and external stakeholders
- Maintaining accurate documentation, reports and records
- Working collaboratively within a close-knit team
- Responding appropriately to incidents in line with Unisson and NDIS guidelines
Who We’re Looking For
- Willing to work active night & sleepover shifts, weekends, and public holidays
- Experience with high complex needs clients including PEG/PEJ and CPAP is highly desirable
- Hold a valid NSW Driver’s Licence (P2/full) and are confident driving Unisson vehicles which include large cars or vans
- Energetic, compassionate, and emotionally resilient
- Experienced in disability support (preferred)
- Qualified with Cert III/IV in Disability (desirable)
Why Join Us?
- Generous salary packaging to boost your take-home pay
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Wellbeing leave + option to cash out annual leave
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
- Flexible work options and individualised training
- Free flu vaccinations, WHEREFIT membership and milestone celebrations
How to Apply
Click the link to apply with your resume and a short cover letter.
If you have any questions, reach out to our HR team at *************************.
Important
All employees must have or be willing to obtain:
- NSW Driver’s Licence (P2/Full)
- First Aid Certificate
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working With Children Check (if required for the role)
Unisson is proud to be a smoke-free, equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and embrace a person-centred approach – for the people we support and the people we hire. Join us and help people live great lives.
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