Disability Support Worker

Support Workers & Mentors – Disability Support (Multiple Vacancies Available)
South Australia | Flexible Hours | Long Shifts | Overnight Supports including active overnights

Do you feel like you could make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities? We are currently seeking dedicated, reliable, and compassionate individuals to join our support and community access programs for both children and adults.

The Roles Available:

Support Worker (Level 2)

• Provide direct care in Supported Independent Living (SIL) homes (including 24/7 support)
• Assist with day programs, personal care, medication, and community participation
• Work in a multidisciplinary team to promote client independence and quality of life

Mentor / Allied Health Assistant

• Mentor individuals in their home, school, day programs, or community
• Implement therapy plans and provide progress updates to clinicians
• Transport clients using your own vehicle and support group programs

We are especially looking for those who can work long 8-hour shifts and passive overnight supports.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome a diverse range of applicants, including students and experienced support professionals. Ideal candidates will have:

• Currently studying nursing, allied health, education or similar OR
• Certificate III/IV in Disability/Individual Support OR Allied Health Assistance
• Experience with dementia, challenging behaviours, or medically complex clients
• Passion for working with people with disability and mentoring others

Minimum Requirements (or willingness to obtain):

• South Australian Driver’s Licence
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Completion of required NDIS modules:
• Worker Orientation
• New Worker Induction
• Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals
• Supporting Effective Communication

Knowledge & Values:

• Child safety and NDIS Code of Conduct
• Disability service standards and restrictive practice awareness
• Respect for client privacy and confidentiality
• Commitment to person-centred support and human rights

Why Join Us?

• Flexible hours to suit your schedule
• Opportunity for career progression
• In-depth training including:
• Dysphagia and mealtime safety
• Restrictive practice awareness
• Ongoing professional development

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and proudly embrace diversity. We strongly encourage applications from:

• People with disability
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
• LGBTQIA+ individuals
• People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Job Type: Casual

Pay: From $45.28 per hour

Licence/Certification:

• NDIS Worker Screener (Preferred)
• Working with Children Check (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person