Disability Support Worker - Permanent Part-Time and Casual roles available

Brighter Access; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Brighter Access Ltd in the Newcastle region is seeking compassionate Disability Support Workers to provide high-quality care to participants with diverse support needs. Roles include personal care, domestic assistance and behaviour support, with a fast-tracked pathway from casual to permanent part-time for the right candidate.

Experience is preferred but not essential; training and development are provided to support your growth in a person-centred, empowering environment across Teralba and

Qualifications

• NDIS worker screening clearance or willingness to apply.
• Working with Children Clearance or willingness to apply.
• Current First Aid certification.
• Driver's Licence and a reliable insured & registered vehicle.
• Targeted training and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care tasks and maintain participant dignity.
• Provide domestic assistance and keep a clean, safe home environment.
• Deliver behaviour support aligned with individual plans.
• Assist with meal planning and preparation to meet dietary needs.
• Support the participant in achieving goals and independence.

Skills

Personal care experience

Domestic assistance

Behaviour support

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Medication administration

Hoisting

Job description

Disability Support Worker - Permanent Part-Time and Casual roles available

About Us: Brighter Access supports people with disability to have choice, opportunity, inclusion and acceptance in their community. We take a person-centred approach to our care and ensure everything we do strongly aligns with our vision, mission, and values.

About the Role:Experience is preferred but not essential — for the right candidate, we offer a fast-tracked pathway from casual to permanent part-time employment. Brighter Access is currently looking for enthusiastic and compassionate Support Workers to join our team in the Teralba and Newcastle areas. In this role, you will provide high-quality care to participants with a range of support needs.

Your responsibilities will include personal care, domestic assistance, and behaviour support, all while helping to create a positive, safe, and empowering environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with personal care tasks, including showering, hoisting, toileting, and continence aids.
• Provide behaviour support in alignment with participant needs and individual plans.
• Help with meal planning and preparation to ensure dietary requirements are met.
• Assist with domestic duties and ensure a clean, safe environment.
• Support the participant in achieving their goals, promoting independence where possible.

Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience in personal care and domestic assistance is essential.
• Experience in behaviour support is preferred.
• A passion for helping others and making a positive difference in the lives of people with disabilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Prior experience with medication administration and hoisting is highly regarded.

What You Will Need

• NDIS worker screening clearance (or willing to apply)
• Working with Children Clearance (or willing to apply)
• Current First Aid
• Drivers Licence and reliable Insured & registered vehicle
• Targeted training and professional development
• Access to salary packaging as we are a not-for-profit NDIS provider
• Working with well established caring teams of support workers and managers
• Employee Assistance Program

If you’re looking for meaningful work that aligns with your values, and want to be part of a team making a real difference in people’s homes, we’d love to hear from you.