Disability Support Worker – Casual with Growth

IFYS; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 116,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Maybo training

Sleepover allowance

Onboarding & mentorship

Immediate start

Job summary

IFYS is seeking a Disability Support Worker to provide daily support in Supported Independent Living arrangements across Rockhampton. You will use a strengths-based approach to help participants build independence, life skills, and achieve personal goals.

This role welcomes experienced workers and newcomers motivated to grow in the field. The position offers casual employment with the potential to transition into part-time, with immediate start pending licensing.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with disability, either professionally or through lived experience.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Computer literacy for documentation and record-keeping.
• Flexible availability to work rotating rosters (day, afternoon, nights, sleepovers, weekends).
• Physical capability to perform manual handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to maintain personal care and household routines.
• Plan and attend activities or appointments with participants.
• Assist with skill development for independent living and community access.
• Provide hands-on training for daily living activities using routines.
• Support and manage behaviours using Positive Behaviour Support Plans.
• Complete daily case notes, admin tasks and incident reports.

Skills

Experience with disability support

Interpersonal communication

Documentation/computer proficiency

Flexible rosters

Manual handling

Education

Cert IV in Mental Health or Mental Health First Aid

Job description

IFYS is seeking a Disability Support Worker to provide daily support in Supported Independent Living arrangements across Rockhampton. You will use a strengths-based approach to help participants build independence, life skills, and achieve personal goals.

This role welcomes experienced workers and newcomers motivated to grow in the field. The position offers casual employment with the potential to transition into part-time, with immediate start pending licensing.