Disability Support Worker (SIL). Permanent Part Time - Mount Hutton

Life Without Barriers; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 52,000; Part time

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Job summary

Life Without Barriers is seeking a Disability Support Worker (SIL) in Mount Hutton for a permanent part-time role. You will support people with disability in shared housing or their own homes, including personal care and daily living tasks, while advocating for client choice and independence.

Role requires availability for shifts across two-week cycles and a NSW driver’s license. The team values inclusivity and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted NSW driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Current First Aid Certificate (HLTAID003 or HLTAID011).
• Experience implementing positive behaviour support strategies.
• Competent with basic technology on mobile and desktop devices.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with mental health challenges and complex needs.
• Assist with personal care including bathing, toileting and dressing.
• Advocate for client choice, expression and active supports.
• Support clients 1:1 in community outings including markets and rodeos.
• Availability for sleepover shifts is essential.

Skills

Positive behaviour support

NSW driver’s licence

Tech literacy

First Aid HLTAID003/HLTAID011

Job description

Disability Support Worker (SIL). Permanent Part Time - Mount Hutton

Job no: 506126
Employment type: Part Time
Location: Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter
Categories: Disability, Mental Health

Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose, not for profit organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people, and people with mental illness. We work with people who are homeless, refugees and asylum seekers.

Empowering people with disability to live life the way they choose is at the heart of how Life Without Barriers has operated for over 25 years. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and continue this mission. Support people with disability to have the choice, control, and independence to live their best life. If you’re passionate about inclusivity, respect, and making a meaningful difference, this is the career move for you.

We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.

About the Role

Supported Independent Living (SIL) is supporting people with disability in shared housing or in their own home, providing various supports including personal care and daily living assistance. We are looking to fill 1 permanent position, you must be available for all shifts:

Week 1

Tuesday 3pm to 7pm

Wednesday 7am to 4pm

Friday 3pm to 7pm

Saturday 4pm to 9pm

Week 2

Friday 3pm to 7pm

Saturday 4pm to 9pm

Sunday 11:30am to 9pm

*The Employer considers that being female is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 27 (2), (c), (e) and (g) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.

Key Responsibilities

• Big tick if you are a fan of the Newcastle Knights or Jets!
• Support clients with mental health challenges, behaviours of concern, and complex needs
• Assist with personal care including bathing support, toileting and dressing
• Advocate for client choice, expression, and active supports
• Support clients 1:1 in community outings including markets and rodeos
• Availability for sleepover shifts is essential

Skills & Experience

• Ability to implement positive behaviour support strategies
• An unrestricted New South Wales driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Demonstrated ability to use basic technology and software on a mobile and desktop
• A current First Aid Certificate, which includes the course HLTAID003 or HLTAID011

Successful candidates will be required to clear all state-based probity checks; including but not limited to a National Criminal History Record Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check.

• Pay rates starting from $36.22 (permanent) as per the SCHADS Award
• Experience the welcoming spirit of our Newcastle team, where community engagement is highly valued
• Enjoy access to Fitness Passport and salary packaging on everyday living expenses (including mortgage, rent and bills)

Advertised: 29 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Oct 2026 23:55 AUS Eastern Daylight Time