Why Work with Open Futures Disability Services?
At Open Futures Disability Services, we are committed to
empowering people with disability to live the life they choose through
compassionate, person-centred, and high-quality support.
We believe meaningful outcomes are achieved through genuine relationships,
consistency in care, and a team that values professionalism, respect, and
collaboration. Our focus is on creating stable support environments where both
participants and Support Workers can thrive.
What You Can Expect
- Flexible shifts across Supported Independent Living (SIL), in-home and community supports
- Consistent participant assignments where possible to build trusted relationships
- Clear care plans and structured participant routines
- Supportive leadership committed to quality care and continuous improvement
- Ongoing opportunities for reliable and dedicated Support Workers
- Exposure to a diverse range of participant needs, including intellectual disability, complex care, and Positive Behaviour Support
- A collaborative team culture that values communication, accountability, and professional growth
About the Role
As a Disability Care Worker, you will support participants to maintain independence, build daily living skills, and achieve their individual goals in a safe, respectful, and person-centred environment.
You will provide support to participants with a range of needs, including intellectual disability, complex care requirements, and behaviours of concern, while promoting dignity, choice, and meaningful participation in everyday life.
Your Responsibilities
- Provide personal care, including showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, and hygiene assistance
- Assist participants with daily living activities and household tasks
- Support participants with intellectual disability, including those requiring High Intensity Daily Personal Activities, in accordance with individual care plans and NDIS Practice Standards
- Facilitate community access, appointments, social engagement, and recreational activities
- Prepare meals and support participants in line with safe eating and mealtime management plans
- Administer or assist with medications in accordance with care plans and organisational procedures
- Implement Positive Behaviour Support Plans (PBSP) and behaviour support strategies consistently
- Encourage routine, skill development, independence, and community participation
- Complete accurate progress notes, incident reports, and documentation
- Communicate effectively with participants, families, coordinators, and multidisciplinary teams
Key Responsibilities
- Provide person-centred support aligned with individual goals
- Promote independence and confidence through structured routines
- Deliver personal care and daily living assistance
- Follow Positive Behaviour Support Plans where required
- Complete accurate progress notes anddocumentation
- Adhere to compliance, safety, and organisationalprocedures
- Communicate effectively with coordinators and team members
Availability Expectations
- Flexibility across day, evening, active overnight, weekend and public holiday shifts
- Ability to travel between participant locations when required
- Reliable and consistent approach to scheduled shifts
- Professional communication and proactive work ethic
Mandatory Requirements
- NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
- Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module
- NDIS Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals Module
- Current First Aid & CPR Certification
- Medication competency or willingness to obtain
- Current driver’s licence and access to a comprehensively insured vehicle
Experience We Value
- Disability Support
- Supported Independent Living (SIL)
- Supporting people with intellectual disability
- High Intensity Daily Personal Activities
- Complex care
- Positive Behaviour Support
- Mental Health Support
- Community Access
- Aged Care
- Manual handling and hoist transfers
- Medication administration
Why Join Our Team?
Our culture is built on professionalism, accountability, clear communication, consistent support delivery, respectful teamwork, and person-centred outcomes.
If you’re passionate about empowering people with disability and want to make a
genuine difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply Today
Join Open Futures Disability Services and become part of a team that prioritises consistency, professionalism, and meaningful care.
Open Futures Disability Services
Supporting independence. Building trust. Delivering meaningful care.
