Lifestyle Support Worker - Casual Position

Join a team that supports people, not just rosters.

TIPACL Inc has proudly supported people with disabilities in Townsville since 1987. We're not your typical provider—we build real connections and empower people to live life their way.

We're looking for reliable, values-driven people to join us as Lifestyle Support Workers in a casual capacity. Whether you're experienced or just starting out, if you care about people and want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

HOW TO APPLY:

1. Apply through SEEK with your current resume
2. Complete this quick form → https://forms.office.com/r/5bvqT364dq
3. Applicants will be contacted based on role requirements, participant preferences, and suitability for the support environment (please note only successful applicants will be contacted).
4. Check out our Facebook and Instagram pages to see more info of what we're like!

WHY JOIN TIPACL?

• $45.28 an hour (SCHADS casual rates Level 2.1)
• Salary packaging = more take-home pay
• Flexible rosters to support life balance
• On-the-job training – no experience needed
• Use your tech confidence—smartphone & app-based tools
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Ongoing professional support and a team that backs you

WHAT THE ROLE INVOLVES:

• Supporting participants in everyday tasks, social and community activities

• Promoting independence, choice, and dignity with some level of personal care

• Working alongside participants to help them achieve their goals

• Collaborating with teammates to leave things better for the next worker

• 2+ sleepovers per fortnight (inactive 10pm–6am)

• Some nights and weekends

• Working with someone that has a PBSP for behaviours

• Being someone that can be reliable and proactive with great communication skills

YOU'LL NEED (OR BE WILLING TO GET):

• NDIS Worker Screening (Yellow Card)

• Working with Children Check (Blue Card)

• Driver's licence and reliable insured transport

• All valid work visa holders are welcome to apply for this position

• COVID-19 vaccination is not mandatory, but some participants may prefer vaccinated workers—evidence may be requested in these circumstances.

**At TIPACL, we value Leadership, Openness, Collaboration, Accountability, Learning and Integrity.**We aim to reflect these in the way we support our participants, work as a team, and continue growing as a service and employer.