Disability Support Worker

Wesley Mission Queensland Limited; Australia; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free secure on-site parking

Ongoing training & development

Supportive team environment

Not-for-profit employer

Job summary

Wesley Mission Queensland is seeking a dedicated Disability Support Worker to join our Specialist Disability Accommodation team. You will provide personal care, daily living support, and help residents build independence and life skills in a not-for-profit, values-driven environment.

You will work with a caring, patient team, stay calm under pressure, and engage residents in community access and person-centred care.

Qualifications

• Caring, respectful and patient approach.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Genuine interest in supporting people to live independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support (meals, hygiene, household tasks).
• Support individuals to build independence and life skills.
• Assist with community access and participation.

Skills

Caring approach

Calm under pressure

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent

Job description

About the role

Join Wesley Mission Queensland as a Disability Support Worker in our Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) team. This is hands-on, meaningful work where you support vulnerable people with disability to build independence in their everyday lives.

In this role, you will:

• Led by Registered Nurses Trained to practice High Intensity Supports (i.e. Dysphasia management, Epilepsy, Tracheostomy).
• Provide personal care and daily living support (meals, hygiene, household tasks)
• Support individuals to build independence and life skills
• Assist with community access and participation
• Work collaboratively with a team to deliver active supports and, person-centred care

What your day can look like

No two days are the same. You might:

• Help someone cook their first independent meal
• Support a resident to confidently leave home and access the community
• Deliver responsive support to individuals with complex needs, ensuring they feel safe and supported.
• Build trust through everyday routines, conversations, and shared activities

This is practical, real work where you can see the impact you make.

What’s in it for you

• Free secure on-site parking
• Career progression across various “internal” disability support programs or the wider WMQ business
• Ongoing training & development
• Supportive team environment where colleagues’ step in and help
• Work for a values-driven not-for-profit organisation
• Permanent DSW

Pay Rates

• Mon–Fri (AM shifts): $36.22/hr
• Mon–Fri (Afternoon shifts): $40.75/hr
• Mon–Fri (Night shifts): $41.65/hr
• Saturday: $54.33/hr
• Sunday: $72.44/hr
• Public Holidays: $90.55/hr
• Sleepover allowance: $62.11

Let’s be honest This is a highly rewarding role within a complex support environment. You'll work alongside people with diverse and sometimes complex support needs Every day brings different situations and opportunities to make a difference Building trust, skills, and independence takes time and consistency The reward is seeing the progress people make and knowing you played a part in helping them achieve their goals

About you

We’re looking for reliable, genuine people who want to build a career in disability support. You will have:

• A caring, respectful, and patient approach
• Ability to stay calm under pressure
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine interest in supporting people to live independently

Requirements

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence – with full comprehensive motor vehicle insurance
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
• Current First Aid & CPRStrong written and verbal communication skills

About the service

Our Supported Disability Accommodation is more than a service – it’s a home. We focus on:

• Supporting choice and independence
• Building confidence through everyday routines
• Creating a safe, consistent, and respectful environment

About Wesley Mission Queensland

Wesley Mission Queensland is a not-for-profit organisation supporting people across disability, aged care, mental health, and community services for over 100 years. We focus on:

• Practical, person-centred support
• Building independence and wellbeing
• Supporting our employees as well as the people we serve

Wesley Mission Queensland brings together people who want to make a difference in the lives of others. We value diversity, strive for inclusion, and come together to walk alongside those in need to provide hope and compassion. We are committed to working collaboratively to help you grow, support your wellbeing, and enable you to be your true self each day aligned to our mission and values. People with passion, connected by hope for a more compassionate, just and inclusive society is our story – what’s yours?