Disability Support Specialist | Flexible Shifts

Work Initiatives; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Paid training

Career growth

Supportive team

Job summary

CPL is seeking casual and permanent part-time Support Workers in Cairns and surrounding suburbs. You’ll assist people to live independently, helping with daily tasks, meals, and community activities, with medication and mobility support as needed.

No prior experience required; paid training and development opportunities are offered. Shifts vary to fit your availability, with a focus on a supportive, person-centred team and an hourly rate aligned with experience.

Qualifications

• Passion for helping others and great customer service
• Strong listening and respectful communication skills
• Current First Aid & CPR certificates (or willingness to obtain)
• Blue Card & NDIS Worker Screening Check (we can help you get these)
• Driver’s licence and/or reliable transport

Responsibilities

• Support people to live independently and do the things that matter to them
• Help with meals, cleaning and daily tasks
• Support to get out into the community
• Attend appointments or social activities
• Provide medication support and mobility assistance when required

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Education

First Aid & CPR certificates

Blue Card & NDIS Worker Screening Check

Driver’s licence

Job description

CPL is seeking casual and permanent part-time Support Workers in Cairns and surrounding suburbs. You’ll assist people to live independently, helping with daily tasks, meals, and community activities, with medication and mobility support as needed.

No prior experience required; paid training and development opportunities are offered. Shifts vary to fit your availability, with a focus on a supportive, person-centred team and an hourly rate aligned with experience.