Starting your path to become a Disability support worker is a very serious professional step. It requires commitment to make a significant difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families. This profession requires someone with a big heart who wants to be active participant in creating a better and inclusive world.

For us, Ethical Hire, work in Healthcare is a noble path, and it is important to understand how to start your career and build necessary skills to become a Disability Support Worker. Some people come to it through personal experience, others to answer a personal calling to help and support people.

First step towards a successful career in Disability is getting an education . A Certificate III or IV in Individual Support is a common starting point, providing foundational knowledge and practical skills. In order to get deeper skills in Disability care, we also recommend Certificate IV in Disability. As the career of Disability Support worker demands a lifelong commitment to learning, both through formal education and through continuing professional and personal development.

Disability Support Worker’s personal skills should include empathy, patience and a genuine passion for helping and caring for others . Support worker should be able to communicate effectively and collaborate in teams, be able to adapt and react promptly in an emergency situations.

The job of Disability Support worker is very rewarding, as Support worker helps an individual with disability to engage with communities, their families and develop independent skills building. A journey of becoming a Support Worker is a path marked by growth, learning, and the satisfaction that comes from knowing you are contributing to a greater good of individual’s life, community and world.

Ethical Hire is excited to be able to help Providers to connect with the talented Support workers through our platform and make the world a better place.

We strongly recommend Support workers, who just started their education journey to connect with companies and apply for the open positions . As many companies are happy to facilitate your learning and onboarding to this profession.