+60d ago

NDIS - Support Worker (Persian/Dari Speaking)

Cross Continent Care Riverstone NSW 2765

Contract Casual/Holiday
Similar jobs pay ~$79k - $99k pro rata

Key points we found

  • Provide in-home and community assistance for a female participant.
  • Support with personal care, medication assistance, and domestic tasks.
  • Fluent in Farsi, Dari, or Persian is highly desirable.

  • Disability Support Worker — Riverstone NSW (Female, Farsi/Dari/Persian Speakers Encouraged)

    Contract

  • Hourly Rate $40–$50
  • Start: Fixed Date

    About Us

    We are a compassionate disability support provider based in Riverstone NSW 2765, delivering person-centered care that respects dignity, independence, and cultural needs. Our small, motivated team values skilled, reliable workers who bring warmth, professionalism, and practical experience to everyday support tasks.

    Role Overview

    We are seeking a dedicated Disability Support Worker to provide in-home and community assistance for a female participant who prefers a Farsi, Dari, or Persian-speaking support worker. This contract role pays $40 to $50 per hour and requires a commitment to respectful, safe, and responsive personal care and domestic support.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Personal Care / Assisted Daily Living: Support with bathing, dressing, grooming, continence management, and mobility assistance including transfers with hoists and manual handling.
    • Medication Assistance: Safe administration and prompting of medications according to care plans and under supervision when required.
    • Bowel Care and Enema Administration: Competent and sensitive delivery of bowel care procedures in line with clinical directions and participant consent.
    • Catheter Care: Routine catheter support and observation, reporting any concerns promptly to clinical leads.
    • Wheelchair and Mobility Management: Assistance with wheelchair transfers, positioning and safe transportation within community activities.
    • Hoist Transfers: Skilled use of hoist equipment for safe transfers, complying with manual handling guidelines.
    • Domestic Assistance and Meal Preparation: Household tasks, meal planning and preparation, shopping support, and maintaining a safe living environment.

    Essential Qualifications and Experience

    • Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent qualification.
    • Minimum 1 year experience; candidates with 1–2, 3–6, 7–10, 11+ or 15+ years of relevant experience are all considered.
    • Current police check and a clean background suitable for disability support work.
    • Own reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license for community transport and errands.
    • Fluent in Farsi, Dari, or Persian is highly desirable to support communication and cultural needs.

    Personal Attributes

    • Empathy, patience, and a strengths-based approach to participant wellbeing.
    • Strong communication skills, culturally sensitive practice, and respect for privacy and dignity.
    • Ability to follow care plans, clinical instructions, and to document observations accurately.
    • Physical fitness and confidence in using mobility and hoist equipment safely.

    Why Join Us

    Work in a supportive environment where your skills make a real difference. Competitive hourly pay, meaningful client relationships, and professional development opportunities are available. We welcome experienced and emerging support workers who are committed to high-quality, culturally aware care.

    This position is for a female support worker who meets the listed requirements and shares our commitment to respectful, person-centered disability support.

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Skills
CULTURAL COMPETENCY
Cultural Language Skills (Farsi, Dari, Persian)
Documentation and record keeping
DOMESTIC SUPPORT
DRIVING LICENSE
EMPATHY
FIRST AID
Manual Handling
MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION
MOBILITY ASSISTANCE
PATIENCE

Licenses & certifications
Certificate III in individual support
Police check

Perks & benefits
Professional development opportunities
Supportive work environment

More details
Expiring date
17 Apr 2026
Date posted
8 Nov 2025
Category
Healthcare & Medical
Occupation
Aged & Disability Care
Contract type
Contract
Work type
Casual/Holiday
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Health Care and Social Assistance
Sector
Not for profit / Charity
Desired education level
Vocational or certificate

Cross Continent Care

Pay insights
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