Compassionate Disability Support Worker | Flexible Shifts

Carematch Pty Ltd; Gold Coast City; Hybrid; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transport reimbursement

Insurance provided (Professional Indem

Nurse-led support

Job summary

Discover Nursing Australia is seeking a friendly Disability Support Worker to provide 1:1 community access support for a young gentleman in Queensland. This contractor role offers flexible shifts, transport reimbursement, and ongoing nurse-led coordination to help the participant attend appointments, visit cafes, shop, and engage in activities that interest him.

Your role focuses on encouraging independence, companionship, and social participation while ensuring safety and adherence to NDIA

Qualifications

• Active ABN (or willingness to obtain one).
• Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent).
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current National Police Check.
• Current First Aid and CPR.
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle suitable for community access.

Responsibilities

• Attending appointments.
• Going shopping or running errands.
• Visiting parks and local attractions.
• Supporting recreational and leisure activities.
• Encouraging independence and confidence.
• Providing friendly companionship and conversation.
• Supporting the participant to achieve their NDIS goals.

Skills

Companionship

Reliability

Social engagement

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

First Aid and CPR certification

NDIS Worker Orientation Module

Job description

Compassionate Disability Support Worker (Community Access – 1:1 Support)

Help someone enjoy their community while working in a relaxed, rewarding role.

About Discover Nursing Australia:

At Discover Nursing Australia, we believe great support starts with genuine relationships. Our focus is on helping people live independently, stay connected with their community, and enjoy the activities that are important to them.

We are currently seeking a friendly and reliable Disability Support Worker to provide 1:1 community access support for a young gentleman.

This is a straightforward, enjoyable role where you'll spend time together in the community, assisting him to attend appointments, visit cafés, go shopping, enjoy local outings, and participate in activities that interest him.

Why Join Our Team?

We engage Disability Support Workers on a contractor (ABN/Sole Trader) basis, giving you flexibility while being supported by an experienced, nurse‑led organisation.

We Offer:

• 1:1 support with one participant.
• Consistent community access shifts.
• Competitive hourly rates.
• Transport reimbursement where applicable.
• Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance provided.
• Ongoing support from our Registered Nurse and coordination team.
• A supportive team that genuinely values its workers.

About the Role:

This role involves supporting one young gentleman to access the community and enjoy meaningful activities while encouraging independence and social participation.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Attending appointments.
• Going shopping or running errands.
• Visiting parks and local attractions.
• Supporting recreational and leisure activities.
• Encouraging independence and confidence.
• Providing friendly companionship and conversation.
• Supporting the participant to achieve their NDIS goals.

Qualifications, Experience and Requirements:

• Active ABN (or willingness to obtain one).
• Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent).
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current National Police Check.
• Current First Aid and CPR.
• Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle suitable for community access.

Location: Queensland

Contract: Contractor (ABN/Sole Trader) – Flexible shifts.