Disability Support Worker

About HYPAR Group

The HYPAR Group is a collective of specialist organisations supporting young people, people with disability, and people seeking personal wellbeing and independence.

We offer a range of tailored supports, including Mentoring, Supported Independent Living (SIL), Disability Support, Residential Care, Outdoor Mentorship and Adventure Activities to participants across South-East Queensland region.

For further information about our organisation please visit our website www.hypargroup.com.au.

About the Role

HYPAR are looking for exceptional support workers/mentors to assist our participants to achieve their goals through leading and mentoring, and building relationships.

Everyday can be a little different, but here at HYPAR the role of a support worker/mentor includes:

• Supporting people with complex behaviours, psychosocial disability and mental health needs.
• Implementing allied health recommendations and evidence-informed strategies.
• Maintaining safe, professional and consistent support in high-pressure situations.
• Completing high-quality progress notes, incident reports and other required documentation.
• Working collaboratively with families, allied health professionals and other stakeholders..

About You

We’re looking for Mentors who not only have the skills for the role but will provide a positive, safe space for our young people as we promote their growth and connection to the community.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience supporting people with complex disability and behaviours of concern, psychosocial disability and mental health needs and forensic or justice settings is highly regarded.
• Strong emotional intelligence, communication skills and professional boundaries.
• The ability to remain calm and consistent in challenging situations.
• Strong professional boundaries and the understanding of their importance. 
• Male mentors are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of NDIS Practice Standards, Quality and Safeguarding requirements and reasonable and necessary supports is highly regarded.

You will also be required to have or be willing to obtain:

• Minimum Certificate IV or higher in a relevant qualification – Highly regarded
• Disability Support Work or industry relevant experience – Highly Regarded
• Paid Blue Card
• Paid NDIS Disability Worker Screening (or valid yellow card)
• Child Safety background screening check (LCS2)
• Have access to a registered vehicle and full comprehensive insurance
• Open QLD Drivers Licence (International and P-Plate Licences will not be accepted)
• A working android or apple smartphone
• Please ensure you meet ALL the minimum requirements above before applying.

Benefits of Working at HYPAR:

• Career and remuneration growth through various internal training courses
• Flexible workplace with casual roles and close-to-home work options to promote work/life balance
• HYPAR Wild activity days with our young people – Kayaking, abseiling, camping and more!
• Support and guidance from an experienced leadership team, with on-call supervisors available 24/7
• Perform meaningful work and create a positive difference in the lives of our young people
• Refer-a-mate incentive program
• Portable long service leave available to employees
• EAP Service available 24/7

Applicants who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.