Disability Support Worker — Newcastle Area, Newcastle Region

Join Our Team at Nextt – Be the Difference in Someone’s Life Are you a compassionate, skilled support worker ready to make a real impact ? We're seeking dedicated Disability Support Workers to join our caring team in in Newcastle but moving to Elermore Vale. This role is supporting a male client with a spinal cord injury . If you’re passionate about person-centred care and thrive in meaningful, hands-on roles — this opportunity is for you Your Role: Empowering Independence, Every Day You’ll play a vital role in your client’s life, supporting both his daily needs and overall wellbeing with empathy, professionalism, and respect. What You’ll Be Doing: ✅ Personal care & hygiene assistance ✅ Bowel & catheter care (experience essential) ✅ PEG feeding & medication management ✅ Meal preparation and shared companionship ___________________________________________________ Choose the Roster That Works for You Please note all shifts listed under position 1 or position 3 must be completed in full by the same support worker, we cannot swap or amend the roster. Casual line 1 42 hours per fortnight Week 1 Monday 19:00 to 22:00pm - 3 hours Wednesday 6:00am to 14:30pm - 8.5 hours Friday 22:00pm to 8:00am - 10 hours Saturday 19:00 to 22:00pm - 3 hours Sunday 19:00pm to 22:00pm - 3 hours Week 2 Wednesday 6:00pm to 14:30pm - 8.5 hours Friday 19:00pm to 22:00pm - 3 hours Sunday 19:00pm to 22:00pm - 3 hours ___________________________________________________ Casual line 3 51.5 hours per fortnight Week 1 Tuesday 22:00 to 8:00am - 10 hours Friday 6:00am to 14:30pm - 8.5 hours Sunday 22:00pm to 8:00am - 10 hours Week 2 Tuesday 19:00pm to 22:00pm - 3 hours Friday 22:00pm to 8:00am - 10 hours Saturday 22:00pm to 8:00am - 10 hours ___________________________________________________ What You’ll Need: Previous experience with spinal cord injury support (including bowel and catheter care) — essential First Aid & CPR certification (or proof of upcoming training) Valid driver's licence vehicle with comprehensive insurance NSW Working With Children Check – Employee NDIS Worker Screening Check – Employee Completion of NDIS Quality, Safety and You module Casual Pay Rates (SCHADS Award – Home Care Employee Level 3.1 - includes 25% loading): • Day : $33.96/hr • Afternoon : $37.36/hr • Active night : $38.04/hr • Saturday : $47.55/hr • Sunday : $61.13/hr • Public Holiday : $74.72/hr Why Work with Nextt? At Nextt , we’re more than a care provider — we’re a values-driven community. We believe in inclusion, empathy, and human connection . Our team reflects the diverse people we support, and we proudly welcome individuals from all walks of life — including those with disabilities, LGBTQIA community members , and First Nations and Torres Strait Islander peoples . ✅ Ready to Make a Lasting Impact? Apply today and be part of something truly meaningful. At Nextt, your care counts.

Applications close Sunday, 18 May 2025
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