Disability Youth Support Workers – Urgent!

Join Our Team – Be Part of Something Meaningful

At Connecting Families, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community driven by purpose. Be part of our mission to empower lives—supporting one family at a time.

We’re currently seeking Disability Support Workers who are passionate about making a real difference. In this role, you’ll contribute to meaningful work that uplifts individuals and strengthens families across our community.

Behavioral Challenges Include:

• Absconding & Property Damage
• Physical & Verbal Aggression
• Threats, Intimidation & Suicidal Ideation
• Sexually Inappropriate Behavior (verbal and physical)
• Sexually Explicit Dialogue, Fire Setting, Animal Cruelty
• Homicidal Ideations, Severe Attachment Disorder
• Antisocial, Destructive, and Trauma-Based Behavior
• Drug Usage

Medical & Psychological Diagnoses:

• ASD – Autism Spectrum Disorder
• FASD – Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
• RAD – Reactive Attachment Disorder
• Trauma-Related Behavioral Disorder

About you:

• Experienced in providing person-centred support to clients with complex conditions such as autism, intellectual disability, and epilepsy
• Calm and assertive in high-stress environments
• Experienced in de-escalating aggressive and sexualized behaviors
• Able to mentor youth with attachment issues and trauma
• Committed to clear boundaries, respectful communication, and safety
• Physically fit and mentally resilient

Requirements:

• Minimum nationally accredited completion of Certificate III in relevant Disability or Community Service field
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check and Employee Working with Children Check
• A valid Australian driver’s license with a reliable and comprehensively insured car
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Willingness to obtain a new National Police Check

We believe in creating a support network that understands, cares and values every individual and families journey.

Apply today and help us continue supporting families—one life at a time.