Independent Living Support Worker (SIL)

Mai-Wel; Maitland City Council; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mai-Wel Group in NSW is seeking dedicated Support Workers for our Supported Independent Living (SIL) team. You will provide high-quality, person-centred support within our homes, helping participants live independently and safely with dignity.

As part of a 24/7 roster across multiple sites, you will follow care plans, promote life skills, build confidence, and work closely with leadership to improve outcomes for people with disability.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Support Worker or in a similar role.
• Broad availability across a 24/7 roster, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays, with full availability highly regarded.
• Ability to work independently or as a part of a team.
• Current Australian Driver's licence and fully insured vehicle.
• NDIS Worker screening clearance.
• Current Police Check.
• Working with Children Check.
• First Aid & CPR Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Certificate 3 or higher in Disability, Individual Support or Community services will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support aligned with individual care plans and participant goals
• Support participants with daily living activities, skill development, and building independence
• Actively promote independence by encouraging participants to build life skills and confidence every shift
• Create a safe, welcoming, and respectful home environment for all participants
• Follow care plans consistently, confidently, and competently to ensure high-quality support delivery
• Work collaboratively with leadership to solve problems, share ideas, and contribute to continuous improvement
• Build strong, respectful relationships with participants while maintaining professional boundaries and dignity of care
• Contribute to a positive team culture built on respect, reliability, and excellence
• Work flexibly across a 24/7 roster, including day, afternoon, evening, sleepover, weekday, and weekend shifts
• Travel between sites and adapt to different home environments as required

Skills

Flexible thinking

Dependability

Professional commitment

Resilience

Positive attitude

Genuine passion for independence

Strong communication skills

Respect for home environments

Care plan confidence

Flexibility

Genuine purpose and care

Education

Certificate 3 or higher in Disability, Individual Support or Community services

First Aid & CPR Certificate

NDIS Worker screening clearance

Current Police Check

Working with Children Check

Job description

Mai-Wel Group in NSW is seeking dedicated Support Workers for our Supported Independent Living (SIL) team. You will provide high-quality, person-centred support within our homes, helping participants live independently and safely with dignity.

As part of a 24/7 roster across multiple sites, you will follow care plans, promote life skills, build confidence, and work closely with leadership to improve outcomes for people with disability.