Group
Occupation
422131 Disability Services Officer
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
422131 Disability Services Officer
Works in a range of service units to provide care to people with disability and support access to a variety of education, training, and welfare services.
Alternative title
- Disability Care Coordinator
Specialisations
- Disability Local Area Coordinator
- Disability Support Coordinator
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience
New Zealand
- Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience
Main tasks
- Assesses clients' needs and assists them in planning, implementing, and accessing education, training, employment, and additional health or welfare programs
- Assists and supports people with disability in all aspects of daily living, including community inclusion, personal care, and building and maintaining independence and interpersonal relationships
- Supports clients to create and work towards their goals, build capacity to make their own decisions and choices, and access services
- Builds relationships in local communities to help promote inclusion and improve the accessibility of services and facilities
- Monitors and reports on the progress of clients