Support Workers Sunshine Coast

A support worker is a professional carer who assists people with daily tasks. They can provide their services to those living with disability, elderly people, those experiencing mental health issues, children and youth with special needs and their families, or people living with chronic illness.

A support worker can help you:

• Keep a personalised self-care routine and manage personal hygiene tasks
• Manage a medication regimen effectively
• Perform household chores to maintain a clean and organised living space
• Prepare meals and acquire cooking skills
• Develop interpersonal skills to foster meaningful relationships
• Engage in hobbies and enjoyable pastimes
• Attend appointments, activities, and events
• Promote independence through daily activities
• Seeking gainful employment or pursue education
• Go on vacations and day trips
• Organise finances and a daily schedule
• Engage in prescribed therapy exercises
• Ensure mobility with appropriate manual handling
• Implement strategies from behavioural support plans
• Provide caregivers with respite care
• Assist participation in fitness routines for physical wellbeing
• Access mental health support for emotional wellbeing

Disability support workers can offer support in a wide range of locations, such as your home, at a community centre, in an aged care facility, out in the community.

While you don’t need a specific qualification to provide support to someone else, most support workers have qualifications or checks such as a Certificate III or IV in Disability or Individual Support, First Aid Certificate, CPR Certificate, Working with Children Check (WWCC), Working with Vulnerable People Check (WWVP), Police Check, or specialised training related to their duties.

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When looking for a support worker, it's important to consider if they have the right characteristics to provide quality care. Here are some qualities to look for.

• Empathy and compassion – a good support worker should genuinely care about the wellbeing of the people they support, be patient, and show empathy and compassion towards their needs and challenges.
• Reliability and dependability – this is crucial as support workers often play a vital role in a person’s daily routine. They should consistently show up on time and fulfill their responsibilities.
• Good communication skills – effective communication is key to understanding what a person needs to reach their goals. A support worker should be able to listen actively and convey information clearly.
• Flexibility and adaptability – people have different needs and circumstances. A support worker should be adaptable and flexible in adjusting their approach to suit different situations.
• Problem-solving skills – support workers often encounter challenges or unexpected situations. The ability to think critically and find solutions is a helpful quality to have.
• Respect – a support worker should respect the individual's rights, preferences, and decisions, allowing them to maintain their dignity and autonomy as much as possible.
• Cultural sensitivity – an understanding and appreciation of diverse cultural backgrounds and beliefs is important in providing respectful and inclusive care.
• Experience and training – depending on the individual's needs, previous experience and relevant training in areas such as disability care, mental health support, or medical assistance can be beneficial. Also ensure the support worker has undergone necessary background checks and has positive references from previous clients or employers.
• Positive attitude: A positive and optimistic attitude can help create a more uplifting and supportive environment for the person being supported.

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To get funding for a support worker through the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme), you will need to meet certain requirements, as determined by the NDIA (the agency that manages the NDIS) through an assessment process. The NDIA will look at your individual needs and goals to assess whether you qualify for NDIS funding for a support worker, and how much funding you can access.

If you already have an NDIS plan, you can talk to your NDIS planner or Local Area Coordinator (LAC) about your needs and goals. They will help you determine out how to get funding for a support worker in your NDIS plan.

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A service agreement is a formal written document that specifies the terms and conditions of the working relationship between you and your support worker. It is a contract between both of you, and is helpful in establishing clear expectations before they provide you with support.

A service agreement usually includes:

• The services that your carer will provide to you, including things like personal care, housework assistance, transportation, social support, mobility support, or any other relevant services.
• The days and times when the support worker will provide you with assistance
• The outcomes that you want to achieve and goals you are working towards, with your support worker’s assistance
• Details on payment, such as the hourly rate, the overall cost of their service, how often they will be paid, and the method of payment
• The procedure for cancelling or rescheduling support sessions and any charges that are associated with this
• Confidentiality of your personal information and your privacy rights
• a code of conduct outlining expected behaviours and professional standards for the support worker
• A clear statement of the circumstances under which either party can terminate the agreement
• The signatures of both you and your support worker, to indicate your understanding and acceptance of the terms of the agreement

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If you have been approved for an NDIS plan, there are a few different ways you can start looking for a support worker to meet your needs. Here are some of the options available to you.

• Access a support worker through an NDIS registered provider. A provider is an organisation or individual that provides support services to NDIS participants. They might offer a wide range of services, or focus on a single type of support, such as domestic cleaning, skills development, mobility equipment, or allied health therapy. The benefit of using a provider is they can offer a wide range of supports, and match you with a support worker who best meets your needs. They also take care of payments, admin and insurance, so there’s less paperwork on your end.
• Hire a support worker through an agency. An agency provides a place where independent support workers offer their services to people in the community. In most cases, you can visit their website, sign up for a profile, and choose from a list of support workers in your area. You can also find out a bit about them before you inquire about their services, such as their qualifications and any areas they specialise in. Some agencies handle things like insurance, invoices, and administration for you, making things easier for you.
• Choose a support worker independently. You can also choose your own support worker, and hire them independently to provide you with services. This gives you more freedom and control to choose who you like, but you will need to take care of things like administration, paperwork, invoices, and doing qualification checks. If you have someone you’d like to hire as a support worker and don’t mind the extra admin, this could be a good option for you.

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Under the NDIS, family and friends who help you with everyday tasks are called 'informal supports'. Usually, they don't get paid for their help since they're already part of your support group.

But sometimes, the NDIS might give money to pay a family member or friend for their help. If your situation is special, like if you live far away from disability services or have difficulties hiring a support worker, you can talk to the NDIA. They can guide you and see if you could get funding to help in your case.

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Living with a significant mental health condition can be difficult, especially when it affects your ability to socialise with others, do daily tasks, take care of yourself, or get a job. This is called a psychosocial disability. It can be caused by conditions such as severe depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.

The NDIS provides funding so that participants with psychosocial disability can receive services from a support worker. This can help you cope better with daily life, stick to a self-care routine, and gain the confidence you need to do the things you enjoy.

Here are some ways an experienced support worker can help you, if you’re living with a psychosocial disability.

• Being there to listen and spend time with you
• Taking you to doctor appointments and therapy sessions
• Joining in community activities together
• Teaching you how to handle problems and communicate better
• Showing you ways to solve issues and take better care of yourself
• Supporting you in social situations to be part of the group
• Assisting with calming down, making safety plans, and handling emergencies
• Helping you keep your home clean and tide
• Creating a daily plan to look after your health and happiness

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If you or your loved one speaks a language different from English, it's possible to connect with a support worker who speaks your language. Here are some options you can explore:

• Talk to your Local Area Coordinator or Support Coordinator. They can help you find a support worker who understands your language or arrange translation services if needed.
• Use the NDIS website to search for service providers in your area. Look for those that offer services in your language.
• Reach out to community groups, friends, or organisations that aid people from your language background. They may have information about support workers who can communicate with you. Additionally, consider checking local community centres, religious institutions, or cultural groups for disability support providers catering to CALD communities.
• Explore online platforms designed to connect you with support workers who speak your language. Social media groups or forums related to disabilities might also be valuable resources.
• If you're unable to find a support worker who speaks your language, you can request translation or interpreting services from the NDIS to help facilitate communication with your chosen support worker.

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