Disability Support Worker

Whoever You Are; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Full training and development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Whoever You Are is Brisbane-based and seeking Disability Support Workers to join our team. We provide compassionate care to individuals with disabilities and offer 15–25 hours per week with weekend shifts available and sleepovers if required.

Weekday rates range from $37.15–$45.23 per hour, depending on experience, with additional hours as our participant base grows in Brisbane. This role suits someone new to the industry or a health-related university student, working with a mixed caseload

Qualifications

• Experience or qualifications in disability support.
• Experience in Personal Care: including showering, grooming, manual handling and transfers.
• Experience in managing Complex Behaviours: ability to remain calm and patient.
• Experience with Physical & Complex conditions.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• A genuine passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Willingness to continuously learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate and personalised care to individuals with disabilities.
• Assist with activities of daily living and accessing the community
• Support participants in developing independent living skills
• Facilitate community access and participation
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting

Skills

Disability support

Personal care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

First Aid & CPR certification

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Whoever You Are (WEYA) : Disability Support Worker

Location: Brisbane

About the Role

Whoever You Are is seeking passionate Disability Support Workers to join our team and redefine care standards. As a Disability Support Worker, you will be vital in providing compassionate care and essential skills to individuals with disabilities. You will work collaboratively with a team of dedicated professionals to ensure that each participant receives the highest quality of care. We currently have 15-25 hours available throughout the week, with weekend work available and sleepovers if required.

Weekday rates will vary from $37.15-$45.23 an hour, depending on experience

We are hiring for Monday- Wenesday 7-10am Shifts, and have work outside of these hours when required.

Saturday and Sunday Rates if required

We require all staff applying to have experience with complex disabilities.

More hours will become available as we grow our participant base in Brisbane

This role would suit anyone looking to get into the industry or a university student studying a health-related degree.

You will be working with a mixed caseload and will be required to work in the western suburbs and the CBD.

Key Responsibilities

Provide compassionate and personalised care to individuals with disabilities.

Assist with activities of daily living and accessing the community

Support participants in developing independent living skills

Facilitate community access and participation

Maintain accurate documentation and reporting

Requirements

Experience or qualifications in disability support

Experience in Personal Care: Including showering, grooming, manual handling and hoisting/transfers.

Experience in managing Complex Behaviours: Ability to remain calm and patient while supporting participants with severe behaviours of concern.

Experience with Physical & Complex conditions

A genuine passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong teamwork skills

A willingness to continuously learn and grow

Current First Aid and CPR certification

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Current driver's license and reliable car with insurance

The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others

Join a complex- care provider that is lead by an OT

A supportive and collaborative work environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Full training and development opportunities

The chance to be part of a team that is committed to providing high-quality care

Why Whoever You Are?

Whoever You Are is a values-driven organisation that is committed to providing high-quality disability support services. We believe in the power of care to transform lives, and we are looking for passionate individuals who share our commitment. If you are looking for a rewarding and meaningful career, we encourage you to apply.