Disability support worker

ARIAS DISABILITY CARE PTY LTD; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

ARIAS Disability Care PTY LTD is seeking compassionate Disability Support Workers for in-home care in Raceview, QLD. The role involves 1:1 support for a high-needs, predominantly bedridden participant, including personal care, hoisting, meals, and household tasks.

You will join a small team delivering person-centred care, with shifts of 8–12 hours. Candidates must have a Certificate III in relevant fields, hoist experience, a valid practical check, and a willingness to travel to Raceview.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in relevant field is required.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain.
• Blue Card (Working with Children) required.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
• COVID-19 vaccination.
• Valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 in-home care to a high-needs participant.
• Assist with personal care, meal prep, and household tasks.
• Hoisting and manual handling to support mobility.
• Attend medical appointments and day programs.

Skills

Hoisting and manual handling

Personal care

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support/Disability/Aged Care/Mental Health

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Blue Card (Working with Children)

First Aid (HLTAID011)

CPR (HLTAID009)

COVID-19 vaccination

Job description

ARIAS DISABILITY CARE PTY LTD – Raceview QLD

Arias Disability Care is a fast-growing NDIS service provider committed to delivering first-class, person-centred care to individuals living with disability. As our team expands, we are currently looking for dedicated and experienced Disability Support Workers to support one of our high-needs NDIS participants in Raceview, QLD.

About the Role

We are seeking compassionate and skilled support workers to provide 1:1 in-home care to a participant who requires a high level of support and is primarily bedridden. You will assist with:

• Personal care
• Hoisting and manual handling
• Meal preparation
• Household tasks
• Community access and attending a day program
• Attending medical and other appointments

This position requires two support workers at most times due to the complexity of care. Female workers with hoist and manual handling experience are strongly preferred.

Shifts Available: 8–10 hours or 8–12 hours per shift

Preferred availability: Between 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM; 2:00 - 10:00 PM

Key Requirements

• Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, Aged Care, or Mental Health
• At least 6 months’ experience supporting individuals with disability
• Experience in SIL and/or STA settings (advantageous)
• Manual handling and hoist experience (essential)
• Female applicants strongly preferred for this role
• Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willing to obtain)
• Valid Blue Card (Working with Children)
• Current First Aid (HLTAID011) and CPR (HLTAID009) certificate
• COVID-19 fully vaccinated
• Valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Must be willing to travel to Raceview, QLD
• Completion of NDIS Worker Orientation Module and Infection Control Training
• Excellent communication skills; English must be first language
• Preferably Australian citizens only
• Able to provide 2–3 professional, industry-related references

Please note:

This position is not open to independent contractors.