Disability Support Worker

Willowbridge Care; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Competitive pay rates and penalties

Career growth opportunities

Flexible rosters and ABN opportunities

Paid induction and shadow shifts

Job summary

Willowbridge Care is seeking a dedicated Disability Support Worker to assist a middle-aged participant in a Supported Independent Living setting. You will support daily living, enable access to community services, and promote social participation.

Join a small, family-owned provider focused on person-centered care, with supportive training, EAP, and flexible rosters for ABN holders. We offer competitive pay rates and pathways for career development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience supporting people with complex behaviours.
• Current driver's licence and reliable, insured vehicle.
• Ability to work flexible hours (including overnights and public holidays).
• Proven experience supporting medication administration within scope as a Disability Support Worker.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful, dignified personal care and daily living support.
• Build positive, trusting relationships and communicate clearly.
• Implement positive behaviour support strategies safely and consistently.
• Promote independence, choice, and community inclusion.
• Support access to appointments, programs, and recreational activities.
• Complete accurate, timely shift notes and incident reports.
• Safely support medication administration in line with care plans and authorisations.
• Work collaboratively with families/guardians and the broader support team.

Skills

Communication skills

De-escalation

Relationship building

Flexible attitude

Time management

Education

NDIS Worker Orientation Module

Disability Worker Screening (Yellow Card)

CPR and First Aid

National Police Check

Job description

Support a middle-aged female participant with complex behaviours to build independence and increase community inclusion in a Supported Independent Living environment. You'll assist with daily living, access to community services, and social and recreational participation.

Key responsibilities

Provide respectful, dignified personal care and daily living support

Build positive, trusting relationships and communicate clearly

Implement positive behaviour support strategies safely and consistently

Promote independence, choice, and community inclusion

Support access to appointments, programs, and recreational activities

Complete accurate, timely shift notes and incident reports

Safely support medication administration in line with care plans and authorisations (tablets, liquids, topical, inhalers, patches)

Work collaboratively with families/guardians and the broader support team

About you

Minimum 2 years' experience supporting people with complex behaviours

Strong communication, de-escalation, and relationship-building skills

Positive attitude, resilience, and willingness to learn

Current driver's licence and reliable, insured vehicle

NDIS Worker Orientation Module certificate

Disability Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card) or equivalent

Current CPR and First Aid certificates

Current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)

Ability to work flexible hours (including overnights and public holidays)

Proven experience supporting medication administration within scope as a Disability Support Worker

About us

Willowbridge Care is a small, family-owned provider delivering exceptional, person-centred support. We put participants' voices at the centre of every decision and carefully select empathetic, compassionate, and dedicated support workers who share our values. Our commitment builds trust with families and ensures every participant receives personalised support that makes a real difference.

Supportive, inclusive team and participant-specific training

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Competitive pay rates and penalties

Career growth and development opportunities

Flexible rosters and contracting opportunities for ABN holders

Paid induction, supported shadow shifts and ongoing career development