Disability Support Worker

About United Society

United Society is seeking compassionate, reliable and dedicated Female Disability Support Workers to join our growing team in Bundaberg.

We are committed to providing high-quality, person-centred support that empowers people with disability to live independently, achieve their goals and participate meaningfully in their community.

Important – Please Read Before Applying

This position is female only due to participant preference.

Applicants must have experience supporting participants with complex needs and behaviours of concern.

Applicants must have open availability and be available to complete sleepover shifts. Availability across a range of shifts is essential to meet participant support and rostering requirements.

About the Role

As a Disability Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support to participants in their homes and within the community.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing personal care and assistance with daily living activities
• Supporting participants in accordance with individual support plans, Positive Behaviour Support Plans and authorised restrictive practices
• Supporting participants to access community, social, recreational and educational activities
• Assisting with meal preparation, shopping, transport and household tasks
• Promoting independence, dignity, choice and inclusion
• Supporting participants to achieve their individual goals
• Maintaining accurate shift notes, progress notes and other required documentation
• Providing support during sleepover shifts as required

About You

We are looking for people who are:

• Compassionate, respectful and genuinely passionate about supporting people with disability
• Reliable, flexible and committed to providing high-quality support
• Confident communicating with participants, families and other stakeholders
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable supporting participants in their homes and community
• Available across a range of shifts, including sleepover shifts

Essential Requirements

• Female – participant preference applies
• Open availability, including availability for sleepover shifts
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain
• Current Working with Children Card, or willingness to obtain
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate, or willingness to obtain
• Valid Australian Driver Licence
• Reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent is desirable, or willingness to obtain
• Valid Australian work rights

What We Offer

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• Opportunities for ongoing casual work
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference in people's lives
• Opportunities to develop your skills and career within the disability sector

Apply Now

If you are a reliable and compassionate Disability Support Worker who is looking for meaningful work and can meet the availability requirements of this position, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience and availability.