Disability Support Champion - Flexible Shifts & SIL

Dantae; Moreton Bay; Remote; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Dantae Support Services is seeking a Disability Support Worker to provide practical, compassionate, person-centred support to participants across SIL, in-home and community settings. You will work with individuals who have physical or intellectual disabilities, helping them live more independently and safely while following established care plans.

Flexible rosters, ongoing training and a supportive team environment enable you to contribute to meaningful outcomes and build strong relationships

Qualifications

• No formal qualification required, though relevant training and experience are valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical, respectful, person-centred support to participants with disability.
• Support daily living activities such as personal care, meal preparation and appointments.
• Assist participants to engage with the community, education and employment opportunities.

Job description

Disability Support Worker (Flexible Rosters)

Differs per hour (Qualifications) | Temporary, Casual

At Dantae Support Services , we believe quality support begins with genuine relationships, respect and understanding.

Our Support Workers help people with disability live with greater independence, confidence, choice and control. We take a holistic approach to support that is flexible, compassionate and centred around each participant’s individual needs, interests, routines and goals.

We value Support Workers who take the time to understand the person they are supporting, build trust and provide assistance with dignity, discretion, patience and professionalism.

What You Can Expect

Flexible opportunities across SIL, in-home and community-based supports

A supportive team with approachable leadership

Clear participant support plans, routines and expectations

Opportunities to support people with a range of needs

Consistency in participant and worker matching where possible

Ongoing learning, competency development and support

A workplace that values communication, accountability and teamwork

Meaningful work that can make a genuine difference in someone’s everyday life

We want our Support Workers to feel informed, supported and confident in their role, because well-supported workers contribute to safer, more consistent and positive experiences for participants.

About the Role

As a Disability Support Worker with Dantae Support Services , you will provide practical, respectful and person-centred support to participants with physical and/or intellectual disability.

You may support people with lower support needs through to people requiring more complex or high-level assistance, including participants who may display behaviours of concern.

The purpose of the role is to empower participants to live their best life while supporting their safety, comfort, independence and enjoyment.

You will generally work within established support plans and guidelines, taking direction from the participant wherever possible and working collaboratively with their family, representatives and Dantae Support Services team.

Reports to: General Manager / Service Coordinator

Your Role May Include

Supporting personal care, bathing, hygiene and grooming

Assisting with everyday activities in a participant’s home

Cooking, meal preparation and safe eating support

Cleaning and household tasks

Supporting daily living skills and household routines

Medication assistance and medication management where trained and authorised

Supporting participants with relevant medical or health-related needs within your training and role

Assisting participants to attend appointments

Supporting community access and participation

Supporting social engagement and recreational activities

Supporting participants to explore employment, education and other meaningful opportunities

Following Positive Behaviour Support Plans where applicable

Supporting mobility and other individual support requirements

Encouraging skill development, confidence and independence

Providing companionship and meaningful social engagement

Tailoring support to the participant’s individual needs, interests and preferences

The duties of a Support Worker can vary considerably between participants. Your responsibilities will be guided by the needs of the people you support, your competencies and the requirements of the role.

Key Responsibilities

As part of the Dantae Support Services team, you will be expected to:

Provide respectful, discreet and person-centred support

Support participants in accordance with their individual goals, preferences and support plans

Promote participant choice, control, dignity, empowerment and independence

Provide appropriate support to participants with a range of support needs

Assist with daily living, community participation and personal activities

Follow established care plans, Positive Behaviour Support Plans and risk-management strategies

Work within clearly defined guidelines and your level of training and competency

Prioritise participant safety, comfort and wellbeing

Complete accurate progress notes, records and required documentation

Identify and appropriately report changes, concerns, incidents and risks

Follow organisational policies, procedures and applicable NDIS requirements

Communicate clearly and respectfully with participants, families, coordinators and team members

Work collaboratively and contribute positively to the wider team

Complete other reasonable duties relevant to the role when required

This description reflects the general scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every task that may arise.

Availability

Depending on participant needs and available positions, shifts may include:

Day shifts

Afternoon and evening shifts

Public holidays

Active overnight shifts

Support Workers may also be required to travel between participant locations.

Reliability is particularly important in disability support. Participants rely on consistent support, so workers must take a professional and dependable approach to rostered shifts, availability and communication.

Requirements

Applicants will generally need to hold, or be willing and eligible to obtain where appropriate:

NDIS Worker Screening Clearance

Working with Children / Blue Card where required

NDIS Worker Orientation Module

NDIS Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals Module where relevant

Current First Aid certification

Current CPR certification

Medication competency where required for the role

Access to a reliable vehicle where required

Current appropriate vehicle insurance where a vehicle is used for work

The right to work in Australia

Any additional training or competencies required for the participants being supported

No specific formal qualification is required for the position; however, relevant qualifications, training and previous experience are highly regarded.

Experience We Value

Previous disability support experience is welcomed, but valuable skills can come from many different professional and personal backgrounds.

Relevant experience may include:

Disability Support

Supported Independent Living (SIL)

Community Services

Mental Health or Psychosocial Support

Aged Care

Personal Care

Community Access

Complex or High-Intensity Supports

Health, Allied Health or Human Services

Roles supporting people with physical or intellectual disability

Customer service or other people-focused roles

Other positions involving direct care, support or relationship-building

Experience is only one part of suitability. We also value people who demonstrate patience, empathy, professionalism, reliability and genuine respect for the individuality and rights of the people they support.

What We Value in Our Support Workers

Working in disability support is about much more than completing a list of tasks.

At Dantae Support Services , we value Support Workers who:

Treat every participant with dignity and respect

Take a professional and compassionate approach

Listen and take the time to understand individual preferences

Support choice and control rather than making unnecessary decisions for participants

Encourage independence and empowerment wherever possible

Communicate clearly, respectfully and confidently

Adapt their communication style to the person and situation

Deliver a high standard of service in person, over the phone and in writing

Are reliable, organised and able to manage their time effectively

Can remain professional and effective when working under pressure

Demonstrate excellent attention to detail

Work collaboratively and willingly support other team members

Understand the importance of privacy and confidentiality

Take responsibility for the quality and safety of their work

Show initiative and use sound judgement within the boundaries of their role

Approach problems thoughtfully and analytically

Demonstrate persistence and tenacity when working towards positive outcomes

Think ahead and consider the broader needs and goals of participants

Respond positively to change

Are willing to learn, receive feedback and continue developing their skills

Why Join Dantae Support Services?

Dantae Support Services is a registered NDIS provider committed to delivering safe, respectful and person-centred support.

Our workplace culture is built around:

Respect – recognising that every participant and team member is an individual whose views and experiences matter

Dignity – providing support in ways that protect privacy, independence and personal choice

Reliability – being someone participants and colleagues can depend on

Communication – listening, sharing information clearly and working together

Inclusion – recognising and valuing different abilities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives

Quality – taking responsibility for our work and continually looking for ways to improve

Choice and Control – keeping participants at the centre of decisions about their lives and supports

Empowerment – supporting people to build skills, confidence and opportunities rather than doing unnecessarily for them

For us, great disability support is not simply about what gets completed during a shift. It is also about how a person experiences that support — respected, heard, safe, comfortable, included and in control of their own life.

About Dantae Support Services

Dantae Support Services is an Australian registered NDIS provider delivering disability supports across South East Queensland.

Our supports include personal care, in-home assistance, community participation, Supported Independent Living (SIL), Short-Term Accommodation (STA), Individualised Living Options (ILO) and other everyday supports tailored to individual participant needs.

We are a family-driven organisation built around the belief that people deserve support that feels genuine, organised and respectful. Our focus is on developing trusted relationships while helping participants maintain meaningful routines, build independence, connect with their communities and pursue the social, recreational, employment and everyday opportunities that matter to them.

If you are looking for a role where compassion is matched by professionalism, and where the everyday work you do can have a meaningful impact on another person’s life, we would love to hear from you.

The Person Behind the Support Matters

Kindness and reliability matter as much as experience. We value Support Workers who build trust, respect choice and bring genuine care to every shift.

Support happens at home, in the community and through everyday routines.

Each shift is shaped around the individual, building relationships and supporting independence.

Behind every service is a story, a team and a shared commitment to supporting people with dignity, respect and genuine care.

Discover how Dantae Support Services began and meet the people who help bring our values to life every day.

Disability Support Worker (Flexible Rosters)

Differs per hour (Qualifications) | Temporary, Casual