Level 3 Disability Support Worker

About Us

Greenacres is one of the largest disability service providers in the Illawarra. For over 70 years, we have been committed to enabling people with disability to achieve their dreams and live the best life possible.

We are a trusted name in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven with a reputation for innovation, responsiveness and quality support, and every week we provide training, employment opportunities, respite and community life and leisure programs to over 500 people with disability.  This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Disability Support Worker to provide high-intensity, individualised support to one participant.

At Greenacres, we support people with disability to live their best everyday lives. We are committed to breaking down barriers, supporting people to exercise choice and control, and creating safe and inclusive communities where people feel they belong, flourish and thrive.

You will share our values of Fairness, Inclusion, Respect, Excellence and Safeguarding.

About The Role Casual Level 3 Disability Support Worker:

We are seeking an energetic and physically active Disability Support Worker to join our team.

You will work autonomously with one participant, providing structured and individualised support. The role requires consistent adherence to the participant’s support plans and protocols, including personal care, mealtime management and arts-based activities.

The participant’s program includes extensive walking, so you must be able to meet the physical requirements of the role, including walking up to 10,000 steps during a shift.

We currently have one permanent part-time employees supporting the participant and are seeking a second team member. You will typically be rostered for one shift each week and may be offered additional shifts to cover planned and unplanned leave.

About You:

We are looking someone who:

• Is enthusiastic and passionate about supporting people with disability to achieve their goals
• Can tailor their approach to the participant’s individual needs and preferences
• Is reliable, accountable and responsive
• Is comfortable working autonomously and following detailed support plans and protocols
• Can meet the physical requirements of the role, including walking up to 10,000 steps during a shift
• Is available to provide backup support for both planned and unplanned leave

Benefits and Perks:

• Paid under the SCHADS award Level 3.1, first aid allowance and casual loading plus superannuation

• Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits with Access Pay

• Paid training

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

• A workplace culture built on diversity and respect

• Free annual flu vaccinations

• Staff Christmas parties and gifts

• Years of Service Awards

Probity Requirements:

1. First Aid Certificate
2. National Police Check
3. NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety & You
4. NDIS Worker Check (NDISWC)
5. The Right to Work in Australia

To be considered for this position, pleaseapply via seek only. We will be conducting interviews as applications are received.

If you require any further information on this position, please contact our Area Coordinator, Kellie Harradine on [0459 855 599](tel:0459 855 599)

Greenacres is an EEO Employer, and we encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from CALD backgrounds and people with disabilities.