Disability Support Workers - Sunshine Coast & Caboolture

HomeCaring; Caloundra; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

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Job summary

HomeCaring currently seeks experienced Disability Support Workers for Sunshine Coast & Caboolture, Australia. You will provide hands-on care, support participants with complex needs and follow individual support and behaviour plans to help people live more independently.

This fast-paced role requires calmness under pressure, strong communication and the ability to adapt to changing situations across shifts. Join a supportive team committed to meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Current Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• NDIS Quality, Safety and You module.
• Current First Aid & CPR.
• Experience in supporting people with complex needs.
• Current driver\'s licence and a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on disability support services.
• Assist with medical, personal and mobility care.
• Follow individual support and behaviour support plans.
• Record clear and accurate documentation.
• Support community access and daily activities.

Skills

Blue Card

NDIS Worker Screening

First Aid & CPR

Driver's Licence

Complex Care

Documentation

Education

Blue Card

NDIS Worker Screening Check

First Aid Certification

Job description

Disability Support Workers - Sunshine Coast & Caboolture

We're looking for experienced Disability Support Workers who are calm under pressure, confident with hands-on care and genuinely enjoy supporting people with complex needs.

This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where no two shifts are the same. You'll support participants with medical, physical, behavioural and personal care requirements while helping them live as independently and meaningfully as possible.

If you're someone who can think on your feet, follow support plans, respond confidently to changing situations and maintain a calm and professional approach, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for experienced Disability Support Workers who are calm under pressure, confident with hands-on care and genuinely enjoy supporting people with complex needs.

This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where no two shifts are the same. You'll support participants with medical, physical, behavioural and personal care requirements while helping them live as independently and meaningfully as possible.

If you're someone who can think on your feet, follow support plans, respond confidently to changing situations and maintain a calm and professional approach, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Supporting

Depending on the participant, your role may involve:

• ASD and intellectual disability

• Complex medical and physical support needs

• Non-verbal or alternative communication

• Seizure management

• Manual handling and mobility support

• Personal care, showering, toileting and continence care

• Behaviours of concern, including verbal and physical aggression

• Self-harm and trauma-related behaviours

• Implementation of Positive Behaviour Support strategies

• Restrictive practices in line with individual plans and NDIS requirements

• Community access, appointments and daily activities

You'll be expected to confidently follow individual Support Plans and Behaviour Support Plans, recognise changes in health or behaviour, respond appropriately to incidents and complete clear and accurate documentation.

This role is best suited to experienced support workers who are comfortable with complex care and challenging situations.

Shifts Available

• 6:00am - 2:00pm

• 2:00pm - 10:00pm

• 10:00pm - 6:00am Active/Awake

• Sleepover shifts available

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly casual rate, based on experience

• Flexible shift opportunities

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 + $2,650 meal & entertainment benefits

• Paid onboarding and specialised training

• Ongoing professional support and development

• Career progression opportunities

• Supportive and collaborative team

• Work that makes a genuine difference every day

Essential Requirements

• Current Blue Card
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• NDIS Quality, Safety and You module
• Current First Aid & CPR
• Previous experience supporting people with complex needs
• Current driver's licence and reliable vehicle