Disability Support Worker—Empowering Daily Living

Dcc Industry Group; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Transport reimbursement

Professional indemnity and publicliabi

Job summary

Discover Nursing Australia is seeking a reliable Disability Support Worker to provide 1:1 community access support for a young gentleman in the Toowoomba region. The role focuses on companionship, independence, and social participation, with a patient, respectful approach and person-centred planning.

Contracting as an independent contractor under an ABN, you will work with our nurse-led coordination team, receive flexible shifts, and benefit from contractor rates and relevant coverages.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent) is required.
• Active ABN is required for contracting arrangements.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, National Police Check, First Aid and CPR.
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You.
• Reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle for transporting the participant.

Responsibilities

• Support attendance at appointments and accompany to activities.
• Assist with shopping and everyday errands.
• Provide companionship and encourage independence and social participation.
• Support participation in recreational activities and personal interests.
• Provide transport for community activities as needed.
• Maintain progress notes and follow the participant’s support plan.
• Communicate observations to the coordination team.
• Support participant choice, privacy and boundaries.
• Build rapport and ensure consistent, person-centred support.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Punctuality

Empathy

Rapport-building

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent

Job description

Disability Support Worker – Community Access

Disability Support Worker – Community Access

1:1 Support for a Young Gentleman | Contractor Opportunity

About Discover Nursing Australia

Discover Nursing Australia is a nurse-led disability support provider committed to supporting people living with disability to maintain independence, exercise choice and participate meaningfully in their communities.

We recognise that effective support begins with a respectful, consistent relationship. Our services are tailored to each participant’s individual needs, preferences and goals.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a reliable, personable and professional Disability Support Worker to provide 1:1 community access support to a young gentleman.

The role involves supporting the participant to attend appointments, visit cafés, go shopping and participate in recreational activities of his choice. The successful applicant will provide companionship while encouraging independence, confidence and social participation.

Building rapport and providing consistent, person-centred support are central to this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Support attendance at appointments.
• Assist with shopping and everyday errands.
• Accompany the participant to cafés, parks, local attractions and other agreed destinations.
• Support participation in recreational activities and personal interests.
• Provide transport for agreed community activities.
• Offer companionship and support positive social engagement.
• Encourage participant choice, independence and confidence.
• Work towards the participant’s identified NDIS goals.
• Follow the participant’s support plan and maintain accurate progress notes.
• Communicate relevant observations or concerns to the coordination team.

Contractor Arrangements and Benefits

We engage Disability Support Workers as independent contractors operating under an ABN, supported by our Registered Nurse and coordination team.

We offer:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Consistent community access shifts with one participant.
• Competitive contractor rates.
• Transport reimbursement where applicable.
• Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance provided.
• Participant-specific guidance.
• Support from an experienced, nurse-led organisation.

Applicants must hold, or obtain before commencing where applicable:

• An active Australian Business Number (ABN).
• Certificate III in Individual Support or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current National Police Check.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You.
• A reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle suitable for transporting the participant.

About You

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• A respectful, patient and approachable manner.
• Reliability, punctuality and a commitment to consistent support.
• Clear communication and the ability to build rapport.
• Confidence supporting community outings and social activities.
• Respect for privacy, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• The ability to work independently and use appropriate initiative.
• A commitment to participant choice and person-centred practice.

Previous relevant experience is welcome. Your approach, reliability and ability to establish a positive working relationship are also important considerations.