As a support worker you will be providing assistance to people with disability. This can involve assisting in their day-to-day lives, as well as assisting in their homes or in the wider community. The specific duties that you will undertake as a support worker will depend on the person you are supporting.
These tasks could include, but are not limited to:
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getting out and about in the community
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assisting in goal setting and for personal growth and development
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assisting with personal care
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assisting with domestic duties
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transport assistance
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therapy assistance
For your own safety and wellbeing, it is very important that you have a clear understanding of your role as a support worker. It is up to you to seek clarification from the person you are supporting of any tasks, activities, or duties you are being asked to perform. This job description will provide partial guidance, and you should seek clear instructions from the person you're supporting to fill in any gaps.
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