Disability Day Service Practitioner

Genu; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

genU is seeking a Disability Day Service Practitioner to deliver engaging day-service programs and empower participants to build skills for a happier, healthier life.

You will work directly with clients to facilitate activities, provide personal support, and promote community inclusion, helping participants reach goals and grow confidence in themselves.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Disability or equivalent, or willingness to complete.
• Experience in day-service programs and with behaviours of concern.
• Active support approach and working with people with varying disabilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with empathy and respect.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in meaningful activities (arts, community, games, etc.).
• Assist with daily living tasks (personal care, hygiene, meals).
• Promote community inclusion based on client interests.
• Encourage participation in community activities with 1:1 to 1:4 support.
• Help build health, communication, teamwork, confidence and wellbeing.
• Maintain program notes and required records.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Organisation

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Disability or equivalent

First Aid & CPR certification

Working with Children Check

NDIS Clearance

Job description

Location: Bayside, Rosebud & Langwarrin

Salary: From $34.58 per hour (+ 25% casual loading where applicable) + NFP salary packaging benefits (Level 2 – Victorian Disability Services (NGO) Agreement 2019)

Employment status: Casual & Part-time

Job number: 3356

We're looking for someone who is flexible and able to travel to different sites when required.

Hey you!

We’re on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated Disability Day Service Practitioner to join the genU community team

This is a hands‑on support role where you’ll help deliver engaging day-service programs, empower participants to build their skills, and ensure every person we support has the opportunity to live a happier, healthier, more connected life.

You’ll work closely with clients and fellow team members to facilitate activities, provide personal support, and promote community inclusion, all while helping participants reach their goals and build confidence in themselves.

What you’ll do

As our Disability Day Service Practitioner, you will:

• Support clients in a range of meaningful activities, including arts & crafts, community access, games, movies, adventure-based learning, and more.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as personal care, hygiene, and meal support.
• Promote community inclusion by identifying opportunities based on client interests.
• Encourage participation in community activities with support ratios between 1:1 and 1:4.
• Help build physical health, communication skills, teamwork, self-confidence, and overall wellbeing.
• Maintain program documentation, file notes, and other required records.

What you’ll bring

• Certificate III in Disability or equivalent (or willingness to complete).
• Experience working in day-service programs and with behaviours of concern.
• An understanding of active support and working with people with varying disabilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with empathy, sensitivity, and respect.
• Ability to support clients to achieve goals and personal development.
• Strong organisation skills and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• Current First Aid & CPR certification.
• Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
• NDIS Clearance (or willingness to obtain).

Bonus points for

• Experience facilitating group activities.
• Experience supporting clients in community-based programs.
• Creative interests such as art, cooking, or recreational activities.