Disability Support Worker - Mitchelton

Origin Support Services; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible casual roster

Annual performance reviews

Ongoing training and career dev

Job summary

Origin Support Services Pty Ltd in Brisbane, QLD, is seeking a compassionate Disability Support Worker for a casual, 1:1 SIL setting. You will assist with daily living, community access, and goal achievement while promoting independence and dignity.

The role requires flexibility for nights, weekends, and shifts, with on-the-job training and opportunities for progression to permanent positions. Strong communication and person-centered care are essential.

Qualifications

• Prefer Female applicant only.
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card) or willingness to obtain one.
• Blue Card (Working with Children Check) or willingness to obtain one.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Own reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance for transporting participants.
• PEG trained and/or experienced.
• Suction trained and/or experienced, including dysphagia support.
• Manual handling trained and/or experienced.
• Strong understanding of person-centred and trauma-informed support practices.
• Ability to stay calm, patient and resilient with complex behaviours.
• Full working rights in Australia.
• Weekend and overnight shifts availability.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support in a SIL setting and assist with daily living activities.
• Build positive, professional relationships with the participant.
• Support attendance at appointments and community outings.
• Assist with community access including shopping and recreation.
• Complete household tasks: cleaning, laundry, meal prep.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized home environment.
• Complete accurate shift notes and incident reports.
• Support the participant to achieve goals in their NDIS plan.
• Provide support during active night shifts to ensure safety.

Skills

Female applicant preferred

NDIS Worker Screening Clearance

Working with Children Check

Driver's license

Reliable vehicle

PEG trained

Suction trained

Dysphagia support

Manual handling

Person-centred care

Trauma-informed care

Overnight shifts readiness

Job description

Disability Support (Community Services & Development)

Casual

Origin Support Services Pty Ltd is seeking a compassionate, resilient, and reliable Female Disability Support Worker to join our growing team in Brisbane, QLD.

At Origin Support Services, we provide person-centred, individualised support to people living with disabilities. Our services include:

• Community Access
• Supported Independent Living (SIL)

This opportunity is for a casual position supporting a participant in a 1:1 Supported Independent Living (SIL) environment. The successful candidate must have good availability, including active night shifts, weekends, and flexible hours, with the opportunity to progress into a permanent position for the right person.

Experience is preferred but not essential. We provide comprehensive on-the-job training along with access to a range of Origin Support Services resources and professional development opportunities.

About the Opportunity

As a Disability Support Worker, you will provide high-quality, person-centred support to a participant in a 1:1 SIL setting, assisting them both at home and within the community while promoting independence, dignity, choice, and control.

Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 support in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) environment.
• Assisting with daily living activities and personal support.
• Building positive, professional relationships with the participant.
• Supporting attendance at appointments and community outings.
• Assisting with community access, including shopping and recreational activities.
• Completing household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organised home environment.
• Completing accurate shift notes and incident reports.
• Supporting the participant to achieve the goals outlined in their NDIS plan.
• Providing support during active night shifts, remaining awake and responsive throughout the shift to ensure participant safety and wellbeing.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Prefer Female applicant only
• Yellow Card (NDIS Worker Screening Clearance) or willingness to obtain one.
• Blue Card (Working with Children Check) or willingness to obtain one.
• Current driver's licence.
• Your own reliable vehicle with comprehensive or third-party property insurance suitable for transporting participants.Clear English speaking and communication skills.
• PEG trained and/or experienced.
• Suction trained and/or experienced, including experience supporting participants with dysphagia.
• Manual handling trained and/or experienced.
• Strong understanding of person-centered and trauma informed support practices.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and resilient while supporting participants with complex behaviours and emotional regulation needs.
• Full working rights within Australia.
• Availability to work weekends, flexible shifts, and active overnight shifts when required.

Desirable (but not essential)

• Certificate III or higher in Individual Support, Community Services, or a related qualification.
• Experience supporting participants with complex or high-intensity needs.
• Expereince implementing Positive Behaviour Support strategies and Behaviour Support Plans.
• Previous experience in disability support or a similar role.
• Strong English communication skills and ability to build rapport with participants.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

Why Join Origin Support Services?

• Flexible casual roster with ongoing opportunities.
• Annual performance-based pay reviews.
• Supportive and experienced management team.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Meaningful work where you can make a genuine difference in someone's life.
• Opportunity to transition into a permanent position for the right candidate.