DSW - Port Noarlunga

Nextt-Group-Pty-Lt; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Nextt is seeking a compassionate Disability Support Worker to provide one-on-one care for a young male with an acquired brain injury in Port Noarlunga. You will help maintain routines, support therapy goals, and enable participation in community activities, fostering independence and confidence.

The role emphasizes patience, reliability and strong communication with family, therapists, and the broader support team to ensure a safe, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• NDIS Worker Screening Check required.
• Working with Children Check required.
• First Aid and CPR certificate required.
• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support or Disability required.
• Australian Driver’s License with insured vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Accompanying and assisting with therapy and medical appointments.
• Supporting therapy exercises and following therapists' guidance.
• Encouraging independence and confidence in daily activities.
• Supporting social and community activities and visits to local venues.
• Creating opportunities for meaningful social engagement and community participation.
• Providing patience, encouragement and positive support.
• Communicating with family, therapists and support team as required.
• Maintaining a safe, respectful and supportive environment.

Skills

Empathy

Patient

Reliability

Communication

Therapy support

Independence support

Local to Port Noarlunga

Education

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Working with Children Check

First Aid and CPR

Certificate III/IV in Individual Support/Disability

Australian Driver’s License

Job description

• Real flexibility, guaranteed shifts and penalty rates
• Supportive team and rewarding role helping people living with disabilities

• Immediate start available
• Real flexibility, guaranteed shifts and penalty rates
• Supportive team and rewarding role helping people living with disabilities

Your Role at Nextt: Support, Connect & Empower

As a Disability Support Worker at Nextt, you’ll support people to build independence, stay connected and enjoy meaningful everyday experiences. Whether supporting daily routines, therapy goals, community access or social activities, you’ll help create a safe, positive and supportive environment.

Join Our Team in Port Noarlunga!

We’re looking for a reliable, friendly and compassionate Disability Support Worker to provide one-on-one support to a young male with an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI).

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys building genuine connections, encouraging independence and helping someone get the most out of their therapy, community and social activities.

The successful applicant will provide personalised one-on-one support, with a focus on maintaining routine, building confidence and supporting participation in the community.

Your Support Will Include:

• Accompanying and assisting with therapy and medical appointments
• Supporting the client to work through therapy exercises and follow guidance from therapists
• Encouraging independence and confidence with day-to-day activities
• Supporting social and community activities, including visits to local venues, parks, cafés and other places of interest
• Helping create opportunities for meaningful social engagement and community participation
• Providing patience, encouragement and positive support
• Communicating appropriately with family, therapists and other members of the support team where required
• Maintaining a safe, respectful and supportive environment

We’re Looking For Someone Who Is:

• Patient, friendly, reliable and genuinely caring
• Comfortable working one-on-one and building a trusting relationship
• Positive and encouraging, with a good sense of humour
• Comfortable supporting therapy exercises and following instructions from therapists
• Interested in helping someone develop confidence and independence
• Ideally based locally to Port Noarlunga, with good knowledge of the surrounding area and ideas for suitable social, recreational and community activities
• Flexible and available for casual shifts
• Experienced in acquired brain injury, disability, rehabilitation or support work, highly regarded
• Someone with the right attitude, personality and genuine interest in supporting others

Shift Availability

Shifts are primarily during the day, with some weekend evening shifts available until approximately 8:00pm.

There is also an opportunity for the successful applicant to work alongside and support other clients across the Southern area, providing variety and the opportunity to build your experience.

Certificates & Licences Required:

• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working with Children Check
• First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability, or equivalent
• Australian Driver’s License and fully insured vehicle

Pay Rates

SCHADS Award B2.1 Casual Rates (before tax):

• Base hourly rate: $45.28
• Afternoon shift (shift ends between 8pm and midnight, Monday to Friday): $49.80
• Active Night shift (Finishes after midnight or starts before 6am, Monday to Friday): $50.71
• Saturday: $63.39
• Sunday: $81.50
• Public holiday: $99.61

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and identities, including culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ community members, and First Nations and Torres Strait Islander candidates.