Disability Support Worker
OSCA 422231
151,400
66.1%
70.5%
40 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
Disability Support Worker is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.
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About this career
Provides general household assistance, emotional support and person-centred care to develop individual living skills and enhance community access and social inclusion for people with disability in their own homes.
What they typically do
- Supports people with disability with daily activities such as mobility, housekeeping tasks, personal care, medication and meal preparation
- Negotiates with individuals and families regarding the acceptance of care provided
- Provides emotional support, and assists in managing depression, confusion and grief
- Identifies and facilitates community-based social activities for people with disability
- Assists people with disability to access disability support services
- Supports people with disability with training and employment
- Manages risks and emergencies in a home care setting
Where they work
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Disability Support Worker.
No qualification pathways published on training.gov.au yet.