Disability Support Workers (Community Access & SIL)

Equality Disability & Health Care Services; Gosford; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Flexible rosters

Employee recognition

Clear career progression

Job summary

Equality Disability & Health Care Services is seeking Disability Support Workers to assist participants in Community Access and Supported Independent Living (SIL) in Gosford, NSW. You will support daily routines, personal care, community participation, and documentation under person-centred care plans.

Willingness to obtain required checks (Working With Children, Police, NDIS) is expected; drivers license advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting people with disability.
• Knowledge of person-centred care.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting participants with daily routines, including personal care and meals.
• Assisting participants to build independence and life skills.
• Supporting community participation and activities aligned with participant goals.
• Completing accurate shift notes, progress reports and incident reports.
• Communicating effectively with participants, families and team members.

Job description

Disability Support Workers (Community Access & SIL)

Equality Disability & Health Care Services – Gosford NSW

Disability Support Workers (Community Access & SIL)

Equality Disability & Healthcare Services

About Us

Equality Disability & Healthcare Services is a leading provider of disability support, committed to empowering individuals to live independently, achieve their goals, and actively participate in their communities.

We deliver respectful, inclusive, and high-quality care, ensuring every person’s dignity, rights, and potential are upheld.

The Role

Important: This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Only applicants with unrestricted working rights in Australia will be considered.

We are currently seeking:

• Disability Support Workers (Community Access)
• Disability Support Workers (Supported Independent Living – SIL)

Role Overview

• Community Access Support Workers support participants to engage in the community, build social connections, and achieve personal goals.
• SIL Support Workers provide day-to-day assistance within Supported Independent Living homes, including personal care, routines, and skill development.

All roles operate within a person-centred framework, working under structured care plans and organisational policies.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting participants with daily routines, including personal care, meals, supervision, and social support
• Assisting participants to build independence and develop life skills
• Supporting community participation and activities aligned with participant goals
• Completing accurate shift notes, progress reports, and incident reports
• Communicating effectively with participants, families, and team members

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking individuals who are:

• Experienced in supporting people with disability
• Passionate about making a meaningful difference
• Strong communicators and team players
• Calm, patient, and adaptable in challenging situations
• Organised, with strong attention to detail
• Able to work independently and collaboratively

Experience

You must have experience supporting individuals with:

• Physical disabilities
• Intellectual disabilities
• Mental health or psychosocial disabilities
• Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs)

Experience working with restrictive practices and complex behaviours will be highly regarded.

You must also be willing to assist with personal care.

Essential Requirements

You must have, or be willing to obtain:

• Working With Children Check
• National Police Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module

• Current Australian driver’s licence and reliable vehicle

Desirable (Highly Regarded)

• Experience supporting complex needs or challenging behaviours
• Experience supporting participants with mental health conditions
• Understanding of behaviour support frameworks
• Strong communication and organisational capability
• Ability to adapt to changing participant needs

What We Offer

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive leadership and team environment
• Consistent rosters
• Flexible work arrangements
• Monthly RDOs, equating to an additional 12 days of leave annually
• Employee recognition programs
• Clear career progression pathways

Employee Benefits Program

• Discounts on electricity and gas
• NBN and internet discounts
• Salary packaging options
• Access to exclusive lifestyle and financial benefits

Equality Disability & Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity employer.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.