Disability Support Worker

About the business

Unlocking Futures is dedicated to empowering individuals living with disabilities by providing tailored, compassionate support that enables them to achieve their full potential. We believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to lead a fulfilling, independent life, and we are committed to offering services that help turn that belief into a reality.

Our person-centred approach is designed to cater to the unique needs and aspirations of each client. From in-home support to community participation, we strive to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.

About the role

As an Unlocking Futures Disability Support Worker, you will be engaged across multiple settings to provide and facilitate safe, responsive disability care and support for our clients living with disabilities in their homes and other community- based settings. This role will involve implementing care plans, on various levels of care support activities. We are seeking Disability Support workers specifically in the Inner Southern, Eastern and North Eastern Adelaide metro areas. The ideal candidate will excel in caring for individuals living with a disability with varying support needs to enhance physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development.

Duties and responsibilities of a Support Worker are unique and varied because those we support have unique needs. Tasks may include assistance in mobility, personal care and accessing the community. Whilst this can be a diverse role, the focus is always on supporting a person to lead a fulfilling and more independent life.

Key Selection Criteria

Essential for the role:

• Minimum Cert III in a related qualification
• At least 2 years’ experience working with clients with physical disabilities, hoisting and transfers
• Knowledge and competency in enteral feeding, medication and dysphagia management
• Mealtime preparation and Delivery
• Training and experience with high intensity clinical supports
• Hold a current and valid full South Australian driver licence
• Excellent communication and cultural sensitivity
• Working knowledge of digital rostering and CRM systems

Essential checks:

• Employee Working with Children Check – (current)
• Current National Police Check – (current)
• First Aid & CPR certifications – (current)
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance – (current)

To learn more about us please visit our website https://unlockingfutures.com.au/

If you are interested in utilising your qualifications and experience to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of our clients, we encourage you to express your interest and apply today by clicking ‘Apply now’.

HITsa offer a variety of job ready courses to kick start your career or expand your knowledge.
Looking for a role within Individual Support? Consider a Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) with HITsa.
View all upcoming course dates – Course Dates
Looking for more Jobs Available? View our Jobs Board that gets updated daily with jobs in Adelaide.