Disability Support Specialist — SIL & Community Access

Accord Care; Logan City; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

12% superannuation

Up to 5 weeks annual leave

Ongoing training and on-the-job

Career development and progression

Job summary

Accord Care is seeking compassionate Support Workers to join our SIL team in Eagleby, assisting participants to live independently. You will provide personal care, daily living support, and help participants engage with their community, while maintaining dignity and safety.

Ideal applicants have Certificate III in Individual Support or higher, hands-on experience with high-intensity supports, and a genuine passion for disability services.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in high-intensity support, including catheter care and manual handling.
• Experience supporting participants with complex needs, including medical conditions.
• Experience in mental health and nursing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support, including meals and household tasks.
• Deliver high-intensity supports, including catheter care and complex personal care.
• Apply safe manual handling techniques per policy.
• Support participants with complex conditions and engagement in community activities.
• Assist participants to access appointments and participate in social activities.
• Follow Behaviour Support Plans and Risk Assessments for safety.
• Maintain accurate shift notes and incident reports.
• Collaborate with team leaders to implement review support plans.
• Build professional relationships in line with NDIS standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Mental health experience

Nursing experience

High-intensity support

Catheter care

Manual handling

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support/Aged Care or higher

Job description

Accord Care is seeking compassionate Support Workers to join our SIL team in Eagleby, assisting participants to live independently. You will provide personal care, daily living support, and help participants engage with their community, while maintaining dignity and safety.

Ideal applicants have Certificate III in Individual Support or higher, hands-on experience with high-intensity supports, and a genuine passion for disability services.