Disability Support Worker - Orange NSW

At Connecting Families, we’re not just providing care — we’re empowering individuals to live their fullest, most meaningful lives. We’re currently seeking a compassionate, experienced, and dedicated Disability Support Worker to join our team and make a lasting impact in the life of an extraordinary individual with complex needs. 

This isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity to make a genuine difference, every single day. With your patience, expertise, and empathy, you’ll help bring comfort, dignity, and hope to someone who truly needs it. 

Your Role & Our Clients 

In this rewarding role, you will provide high-quality support for two courageous male clients with the following conditions: 

Male 1: 21 years old with an Unspecified Anxiety Disorder, Mild Intellectual Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder (Level 3), ADHD, PTSD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder, and Intermittent Explosive Disorder. 

Male 2: 24 years old with Right-Side Spastic Hemiplegia Cerebral Palsy, Anxiety, and Mild Intellectual Disability. 

Your role will involve providing tailored, consistent support to enhance their wellbeing, independence, and quality of life, directly contributing to their overall care. 

Key Responsibilities

• Individual & Shared Support 
• Provide support for two participants within a single shift 
• Balance care duties while maintaining individual dignity and attention 
• Be prepared to manage complex behaviors with compassion and professionalism 
• Communication & Emotional Support 
• Understand and respond to emotional and behavioral needs, utilizing both verbal and non-verbal techniques 
• Build trust and connection with each participant to enhance their emotional well-being 
• Mobility & Personal Care 
• Assist with mobility needs, transfers, and aid with right-side weakness (for Male 2) 
• Deliver respectful, person-centered care in personal hygiene and daily routines 

Mental Health & Wellbeing 

Provide reassurance, structure, and assistance to manage anxiety 

• Support the development of skills and confidence through participation in various activities 

Daily Living Support

Promote independence in daily routines and activities 

Assist with community access and foster social inclusion 

About You

You’re an experienced professional with a genuine passion for making a difference. You bring: 

• 2+ years in Disability Support, Aged Care, or NDIS support 
• Experience in supporting multiple clients simultaneously 
• Confidence in managing shifts across the day, evening, overnight, and weekends 
• A calm, patient demeanor in emotionally complex or high-stress situations 
• Strong knowledge of cerebral palsy, anxiety, mild intellectual disability, and complex mental health needs 

If you are ready to provide compassionate and specialized support, we’d love to hear from you. 

Essential Requirements

• Certificate III in Disability Support  
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (current or willing to obtain) 
• Working With Children Check (Employee - NSW) 
• National Police Clearance (issued within the last 12 months) 
• First Aid & CPR Certification 
• Australian Driver’s License + Reliable, insured vehicle 

Ready to Make a Real Impact? 

If you’re ready to bring your dedication, skill, and heart to a role where you can transform lives every day, we want to hear from you. 

Join a team that’s truly committed to empowering individuals and supporting families — one shift at a time. 

👉 Apply Now and Be the Difference.