Are you passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives? Are you a genuine people person who thrives on supporting others to help them thrive? If so, Connecting Families has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Disability Support Worker. About us Connecting Families vision and purpose is to bring communities together to ultimately create a better life for children, adults, and families. We provide short-, medium- and long-term accommodation for young people. Supporting our vision are our CARE core values - Capability, Authenticity, Respect and Empowerment. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of care to our clients and each other. About the Role We are currently seeking compassionate and experienced Disability Support Workers to join our team in the (Insert Region) area. As a Disability Support Worker, you will play an essential role in supporting and empowering people with disability to live a life of their choosing. Working in both a team environment and independently, you will provide a range of services assisting clients to live independently, be actively involved in their local community, and engaged in meaningful opportunities. Responsibilities include: Supporting client with daily living tasks either in a SIL home or In-Home Support Supporting clients to live an active lifestyle and participate in their community through the delivery of a range of person-centred programs. Assist and support clients with: Domestic assistance, personal care, mediation support, meal preparation, social support, community access, respite, transport and development of daily living and life skills. Ensure the home is a safe and nurturing environment. Actively participate in the adherence to care plans, allied health plans and behavioural support plans. Maintenance of progress notes and record-keeping About You Similar to our clients, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. This role is fulfilling but can be tough, requiring someone resilient both physically and emotionally. We’re after people that have a good heart, with a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of people with disability and have similar values to ours. However, it does help if you have: Ability to support others with personal care and domestic duties – and happy for this to be part of your job. Experience of working with people with disabilities across all levels of support. Desirable but not essential – supporting people with challenging behaviours and complex physical disabilities. Current Working with Children Check NDIS Worker Clearance (NDISWC) Current police check conducted within the last 6 months. Valid Australian driver's license (with a reliable and comprehensively insured car) Current first aid and CPR certificate Relevant qualifications acceptable are Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma and Degrees in relevant fields Due to client requirement, this position is open to preferably female candidates What We Offer: Flexibility in working hours to suit work-life balance needs Competitive industry hourly rates in line with your experience and qualifications - paid fortnightly SCHADS Award penalty rates for evenings and weekends A supportive team environment and culture – we celebrate you A commitment to your professional development – we want you to thrive Opportunities to develop your career – we promote internally Employee Assistance Program