About the RoleAs a Disability Support Worker, you will be providing person-centred active support to people living with disability on the Central Coast. Supported Independent Living (SIL) is supporting people with disability in shared housing or in their own home, providing various supports including personal care and daily living assistance. You can expect to work across a 24/7 roster.We support people across the entire Central Coast, from Green Point in the south, to Jilliby in the west, Halekulani in the north, and The Entrance in the east. Key Responsibilities Provide support for clients facing behaviours of concern and complex needs with the ability to remain calm and supportive during unpredictable situations utilising de-escalation techniques Availability for sleepover shifts is essential Implement person-centred active support and behaviour support plans, advocating for client choice and participation in care and decision-making while ensuring safety and compliance in all interaction Work with clients who require assistance with personal care tasks, such as bathing and dressing, as well as manual handling to ensure safe mobility Maintain accurate and detailed records to track and document the changing needs of clients, ensuring thorough communication and continuity of care Skills & Experience Experience supporting clients who display high behaviours and behaviours of concern An unrestricted New South Wales driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle Demonstrated ability to use basic technology and software on a mobile and desktop A current First Aid Certificate, which includes the course HLTAID003 or HLTAID011 Successful candidates will be required to clear all state-based probity checks; including but not limited to a National Criminal History Record Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check.Please note: To be considered for and appointed to a position at Life Without Barriers, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a minimum of two (2) doses or hold a valid medical exemption certificate, in accordance with Life Without Barriers Employee COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. You will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status during the recruitment process. Benefits: Pay rates starting from $41.76 (casual) and $33.42 (permanent part time) as per the SCHADS Award Work with a variety of clients allowing for long term rewarding career growth and experience Working across the scenic Central Coast area with easy access to parks, beaches, and outdoor activities, promoting a healthy lifestyle Enjoy exclusive salary packaging on everyday living expenses (including mortgage, rent and bills) and gain access to a range of enticing employee discounts About the OrganisationLife Without Barriers is a leading social purpose, not for profit organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people, and people with mental illness. We work with people who are homeless, refugees and asylum seekers. Empowering people with disability to live life the way they choose is at the heart of how Life Without Barriers has operated for over 25 years. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and continue this mission. Support people with disability to have the choice, control, and independence to live their best life. If you’re passionate about inclusivity, respect, and making a meaningful difference, this is the career move for you.We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply. How to ApplyInclude your resume and covering letter in one document, click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. For any enquiries including persons with disability that require adjustments, contact Caprisse Angemi at caprisse.angemi@lwb.org.au