Disability Support Worker - Rydalmere

RGIT Australia; City of Parramatta; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction

Clinical supervision

Multidisciplinary framework

Family-led environment

Above award rates

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Job summary

RGIT Australia is seeking Disability Support Workers to join a casual temporary team supporting two young men with autism and complex needs. You will implement structured routines, assist with daily living, and apply behaviour support strategies while maintaining clear communication with the family and team.

Shifts include 7:00am–3:00pm, 3:00pm–10:00pm, and overnight 10:00pm–7:00am, with potential ongoing shifts for the right candidate. NSW driver’s license and a vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience supporting people with autism and complex behaviours of concern.
• Ability to remain calm and implement de-escalation techniques during high-intensity incidents.
• Confident working independently while following detailed support plans.
• Understanding of restrictive practices and commitment to safe, ethical implementation.
• Strong communication and adaptability to each individual’s needs.
• Patient, respectful, and committed to improving quality of life.
• Physically capable of working safely during behavioural incidents.
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence and reliable, insured vehicle.
• Availability for a variety of shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Supporting daily living skills and personal care
• Implementing proactive and reactive behaviour strategies
• Providing community access and skill-building opportunities
• Accurate documentation and consistent communication with the support team and family
• Following medication administration requirements, including PRN administration

Skills

Disability support

De-escalation techniques

Communication skills

Independent working

Job description

Casual Temporary Associate

Posted 03 Sep 2026

Description

Summary

We are seeking skilled and confident Disability Support Workers to join our team and provide person-centred support to two young men (ages 24 and 26) with Level 3 autism spectrum disorder and complex support needs. This role requires strong communication skills, calm decision-making, and the ability to implement behaviour support strategies consistently and safely. We are seeking reliable and flexible team members who are available to work a variety of shifts and can respond to short-notice staffing requirements when needed.

About the role

You will support residents to follow structured routines, increase independence and participate meaningfully in daily life. The role includes:

• Supporting daily living skills and personal care
• Implementing proactive and reactive behaviour strategies
• Providing community access and skill-building opportunities
• Accurate documentation and consistent communication with the support team and family
• Following medication administration requirements, including PRN administration

Shifts are available across weekdays and weekends:

• 7:00am – 3:00pm
• 3:00pm – 10:00pm
• Active awake overnight shifts (10:00pm – 7:00am)

We are looking for workers who can complete shifts across these different shift times, who are able to pick up shifts on an ad hoc basis with the potential to pick up ongoing shifts for the right candidate.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience supporting people with autism and complex behaviours of concern
• Ability to remain calm and implement de-escalation techniques during high-intensity incidents
• Confident working independently while following detailed support plans
• Understanding of restrictive practices and commitment to safe, ethical implementation
• Strong communication and adaptability to each individual’s needs
• Patient, respectful, and committed to improving quality of life
• Physically capable of working safely during behavioural incidents
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence and reliable, insured vehicle
• Availability for a variety of shifts, including weekends

What We Offer

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training in individual Behaviour Support Plans
• Regular clinical supervision and team support
• Work within an experienced multidisciplinary framework
• Supportive, family-led cooperative environment
• Meaningful work making a genuine difference to the lives of others
• Above award rates
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
• First Aid & CPR (or willingness to obtain)
• NSW Driver’s License

Company Overview

Our mission is to create great, sustainable homes and life experiences for people living with disability, by connecting families and communities.