Disability Support Worker – Personal Care & Autonomy

Challenge Community Services; Armidale; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible roster

Sleepovers

Ongoing training

Fitness Passport access

Job summary

Challenge Community Services – Armidale NSW is seeking compassionate Support Workers to assist clients with high support needs in Accommodation Services. The role involves personal care, daily living support, and promoting autonomy within shared living environments.

We offer SCHAD’s Award Level 2 pay rates with base rates from $36.22–$39.53 per hour or casual rates $45.28-$49.41, plus salary packaging and ongoing training. Flexible roster with sleepovers and opportunities for additional leave.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting high-needs disability clients.
• Confidence in manual handling and use of aids.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility for varied shifts and rostered work.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support.
• Assist with manual handling and use of aids.
• Support clients with complex needs and medical requirements.
• Foster independence and inclusion in shared living environments.
• Build positive relationships with clients and families.
• Manage challenging situations with empathy and professionalism.

Skills

Compassionate care

Manual handling

Communication skills

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

Certificate III or IV in Disability Support (or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Word & Outlook

Job description

Challenge Community Services – Armidale NSW is seeking compassionate Support Workers to assist clients with high support needs in Accommodation Services. The role involves personal care, daily living support, and promoting autonomy within shared living environments.

We offer SCHAD’s Award Level 2 pay rates with base rates from $36.22–$39.53 per hour or casual rates $45.28-$49.41, plus salary packaging and ongoing training. Flexible roster with sleepovers and opportunities for additional leave.