Disability Support & Activities Coordinator — 1:1 & Programs Lead

The Intellectual Disability Foundation of St George; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Intellectual Disability Foundation of St George is seeking Disability Support Workers and an Activities Coordinator to provide dedicated 1:1 support and lead activity planning across Arncliffe and Kogarah. The role focuses on independence, social connections and inclusive participation within community services.

Responsibilities include coordinating rolling activity calendars, supporting workplace tasks, documenting progress, and delivering engaging activities to reflect participants'

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with disability, including intellectual disability or autism.
• Person-centred approach with dignity and respect for each participant.
• Strong relationship-building while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Reliable, proactive, and able to communicate clearly with the team.
• Ability to work independently with a participant and collaboratively with colleagues.
• Excellent documentation and organisational skills.
• Available to work across Arncliffe and Kogarah sites.
• For coordination duties, experience planning activities and coordinating resources.
• Relevant certificates and clearances are highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 support across activity programs and employment.
• Help participants build independence, confidence, practical skills and social connections.
• Support participation in workplace tasks at Arncliffe and Kogarah sites.
• Encourage choice and participation while respecting dignity and preferences.
• Follow individual support plans and coordinate with the wider team.
• Maintain progress notes and report concerns or changes promptly.
• Deliver enjoyable, inclusive activities within services and the community.
• Develop and maintain a rolling 6–8 week activity plan for Arncliffe Activity Hub.
• Involve participants in choosing activities reflecting interests and goals.
• Plan fortnightly Saturday Connect program and weekly Friday after-work social at Kogarah.

Skills

Disability support experience

Person-centred approach

Relationship building

Reliability & communication

Independent and team collaboration

Documentation skills

Cross-site availability

Program planning

Relevant qualification (CertificateIII

NDIS screening & First Aid/CPR

Education

Certificate III/IV in Individual Support or related field

First Aid & CPR certification

NDIS Worker Screening clearance

Driver's licence (desirable)

Job description

The Intellectual Disability Foundation of St George is seeking Disability Support Workers and an Activities Coordinator to provide dedicated 1:1 support and lead activity planning across Arncliffe and Kogarah. The role focuses on independence, social connections and inclusive participation within community services.

Responsibilities include coordinating rolling activity calendars, supporting workplace tasks, documenting progress, and delivering engaging activities to reflect participants'