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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for disability assistant in the United States is $22.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a disability assistant?

A Disability Assistant provides support to individuals with disabilities, helping them with daily activities, mobility, communication, and personal care. They may work in homes, schools, workplaces, or healthcare settings to ensure clients have the assistance needed to live independently and comfortably. Responsibilities can include assisting with medical appointments, household tasks, and social interactions. This role requires patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.

What does a disability assistant do?

A typical day for a Disability Assistant often involves assisting clients with daily living activities such as mobility, hygiene, meal preparation, and participating in community activities. You may also help implement individual care plans, document progress, and communicate observations to healthcare professionals or family members. Disability Assistants frequently collaborate with occupational therapists, nurses, social workers, and family caregivers to provide holistic support tailored to each client’s needs. This teamwork ensures a safe, supportive environment where clients can maintain as much independence as possible while achieving their personal goals.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a disability assistant?

To thrive as a Disability Assistant, you need knowledge of disability support practices, personal care techniques, and basic first aid, often complemented by a relevant certification such as a Certificate III in Individual Support. Familiarity with assistive technology, mobility aids, and documentation or case management systems is also valuable. Key soft skills include patience, empathy, strong communication, and the ability to adapt to individuals’ specific needs. These skills are essential for providing effective, respectful, and person-centered support to individuals with disabilities in various care settings.

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Infographic showing various Disability Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,246 per year, or $22.2 per hour.

Consumer Directed Service Attendant (CDS Attendant)

At Home Care Missouri

Hannibal, MO • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Salary: $15.50 PER HOUR

*CDS Attendants Make $15 per hour!*

We offer our At Home Care family:

  • The ability to care for YOUR own family and friends and get paid!
  • Feel valued and genuinely appreciated for all your contribution
  • Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
  • Weekly and Direct Deposit
  • Top pay wage scale

Job Purpose: The essential function of a Consumer Directed Service Attendant is to perform tasks that enable clients to remain in their own homes and out of long-term care facilities for as long as possible. Help patients complete daily activities that are difficult for them because of a physical or mental disability. Assist with intermittent household tasks necessary to maintain a safe and habitable home environment. The service is restricted to non-skilled tasks, and the need for services is determined in relationship to the clients functioning capacity.


Job Responsibilities:

  • Planning, preparation, and cleanup of meals
  • Making beds and changing linens with the participants in or out of bed as required
  • Brushing, combing, and shampooing hair
  • Giving bed baths or assisting with shower or tub bath
  • Assist with oral care such as brushing teeth or denture care when the participant is unable.
  • Assisting to and from the bed to a wheelchair, walker, or chair when a participant is weight-bearing.
  • Helping the participants with ordinarily self-administered medications (open bottles, get water)
  • Tidying and dusting the home;
  • Cleaning kitchen counters, cupboards, and appliances, including oven, surface burners and fridge
  • Laundering clothes and linens;
  • Making beds and changing sheets;
  • Sweeping and/or vacuuming and mopping floors;
  • Bagging trash inside the home and putting it out for pick-up;
  • Shopping for essential items (e.g., groceries, cleaning supplies, etc.);

Skills/Education: Home Care aide must be 18 years of age.