Disability support workers support people with disability to live the life they want. Disability support worker roles are the most common roles in the sector and are very diverse.
The day-to-day tasks of the role will vary greatly depending on the individual needs and goals of the person you support. Daily tasks may include, but are not limited to:
- supporting individual participation in social and recreational activities such as going to the footy or the movies
- undertaking tasks outside the home such as shopping, visiting friends and family
- supporting participants to achieve their employment goals
- personal care
- light domestic duties such as meal preparation and cleaning
- manual handling and/or the use of equipment to support mobility (wheelchairs or hoists)
- providing companionship and emotional support
- transportation
- assisting individuals to communicate.