Compassionate Disability Support Specialist – Growth Path

Kirinari Community Services; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Salary packaging for part-time and FT

Buddy shifts & onboarding

Career pathways & growth

Job summary

Kirinari Community Services in Rockhampton, QLD, is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to deliver structured, consistent and person-centred support within a 24/7 roster. The role requires calmness under pressure, meticulous documentation and confidence following detailed support plans, offering permanent part-time and casual opportunities.

We provide positive behaviour support, trauma-informed practice training and customer-specific onboarding with buddy shifts, empowering you to

Qualifications

• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, or willingness to obtain.
• Current Driver Licence.
• First Aid & CPR, or willingness to obtain.
• Australian working rights.
• Availability across a 24/7 roster.
• Experience supporting complex or changing needs.
• Ability to follow detailed routines and support plans consistently.
• Strong observation, documentation and incident-reporting skills.
• Willingness to complete all customer-specific training.
• Commitment to privacy, dignity, professional boundaries and safe practice.

Responsibilities

• Maintain established routines and independence for customers.
• Participate in meaningful home and community activities.
• Provide health and wellbeing support.
• Maintain important family and community connections.
• Exercise choice, dignity and control.
• Ensure customers feel safe and supported during periods of heightened need.
• Follow the Behaviour Support Plan and approved regulated restrictive-practice procedures.
• Record all fluid intake accurately and consistently.
• Document progress notes, incident reports and required data.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Job description

Kirinari Community Services in Rockhampton, QLD, is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to deliver structured, consistent and person-centred support within a 24/7 roster. The role requires calmness under pressure, meticulous documentation and confidence following detailed support plans, offering permanent part-time and casual opportunities.

We provide positive behaviour support, trauma-informed practice training and customer-specific onboarding with buddy shifts, empowering you to