Community Support Worker: Empower Independence

Fraser Coast Regional Council; Hervey Bay; Hybrid; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable hours

Set roster

Supportive management

Friendly team

Job summary

Planet Support Services is seeking an experienced Support Worker to assist participants with community participation, skill development and independent living in the Hervey Bay area. You will support with transport, daily tasks and goal building while fostering confidence and engagement.

The role offers stable hours (approximately 10-20 hours per week), a supportive management team and a friendly workplace focused on genuine client relationships within the local community.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Disability Support Worker is preferred.
• Self-motivated, reliable and able to work independently.
• Proactive attitude with initiative.
• Passion for helping people achieve personal goals.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Current driver licence; First Aid & CPR or willingness to obtain.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Support participants to access community activities, appointments and outings.
• Provide transport to appointments, shopping and recreational activities.
• Assist with household tasks including cooking, cleaning and laundry.
• Encourage confidence, independence and life skills development.
• Identify opportunities for new activities and community engagement.
• Provide occasional mild personal care within scope of practice.
• Build positive, professional relationships with participants and their networks.
• Work within training, experience and scope of practice.

Skills

Disability Support

Independent Work

Communication Skills

First Aid

Driver Licence

Education

NDIS Check

WWCC

Job description

Planet Support Services is seeking an experienced Support Worker to assist participants with community participation, skill development and independent living in the Hervey Bay area. You will support with transport, daily tasks and goal building while fostering confidence and engagement.

The role offers stable hours (approximately 10-20 hours per week), a supportive management team and a friendly workplace focused on genuine client relationships within the local community.