Disability Support Worker
Origin Support Services Pty Ltd
Gordonvale, QLD, 4865, AU
Disability Support (Community Services & Development)
Casual/Vacation
Origin Support Services Pty Ltd is seeking a compassionate, resilient, and reliable Female Disability Support Worker to join our growing team in Gordonvale, QLD.
At Origin Support Services, we provide person-centred, individualised support to people living with disabilities. Our services include:
- Community Access
- Supported Independent Living (SIL)
This opportunity is for a casual position supporting a participant in a 1:1 Supported Independent Living (SIL) environment. The successful candidate must have good availability, including active night shifts, weekends, and flexible hours, with the opportunity to progress into a permanent position for the right person.
Experience is preferred but not essential. We provide comprehensive on-the-job training along with access to a range of Origin Support Services resources and professional development opportunities.
About the Opportunity
As a Disability Support Worker, you will provide high-quality, person-centred support to a participant in a 1:1 SIL setting, assisting them both at home and within the community while promoting independence, dignity, choice, and control.
Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Providing 1:1 support in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) environment.
- Assisting with daily living activities and personal support.
- Building positive, professional relationships with the participant.
- Supporting attendance at appointments and community outings.
- Assisting with community access, including shopping and recreational activities.
- Completing household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation.
- Maintaining a safe, clean, and organised home environment.
- Completing accurate shift notes and incident reports.
- Supporting the participant to achieve the goals outlined in their NDIS plan.
- Providing support during active night shifts, remaining awake and responsive throughout the shift to ensure participant safety and wellbeing.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Prefer Female applicant only
- Yellow Card (NDIS Worker Screening Clearance) or willingness to obtain one.
- Blue Card (Working with Children Check) or willingness to obtain one.
- Current driver’s licence.
- Your own reliable vehicle with comprehensive or third-party property insurance suitable for transporting participants.
- Experience supporting participants with mental health conditions and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Strong understanding of person-centered and trauma informed support practices.
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and resilient while supporting participants with complex behaviours and emotional regulation needs.
- Full working rights within Australia.
- Availability to work weekends, flexible shifts, and active overnight shifts.
Desirable (but not essential)
- Certificate III or higher in Individual Support, Community Services, or a related qualification.
- Experience supporting participants with complex or high-intensity needs.
- Expereince implementing Positive Behaviour Support strategies and Behaviour Support Plans.
- Previous experience in disability support or a similar role.
- Strong English communication skills and ability to build rapport with participants.
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
Why Join Origin Support Services?
- Flexible casual roster with ongoing opportunities.
- Annual performance-based pay reviews.
- Supportive and experienced management team.
- Ongoing training and career development.
- Meaningful work where you can make a genuine difference in someone’s life.
- Opportunity to transition into a permanent position for the right candidate.
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