Now Hiring! Disability Support Workers - Middle - Newcastle

Lumia Care; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor support

Induction & training

Weekday roster

Minimum 3 days

Job summary

Lumia Care is hiring Disability Support Workers for the Newcastle area to help clients live safely at home and stay connected to their community.

You will provide social support, help with transport and personal care, and assist with domestic tasks while respecting clients' independence. A driver’s license and checks are required; a weekday roster is offered with flexibility across shifts.

Qualifications

• Cert III/IV in Aged Care, Disability or Community services or studying Nursing.
• Experience in community/aged care settings.
• Current checks or willingness to obtain: First Aid/CPR, Police Check, NDIS, WWCC.
• Driver’s license and reliable insured vehicle are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide social support, companionship and meaningful engagement.
• Assist with transport, shopping and outings.
• Deliver personal care with dignity and respect.
• Help with domestic tasks and meal preparation.
• Support clients with mental health needs and behaviours.

Skills

Caring

Empathetic

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

Cert III/IV in Aged Care/Disability/Community

Tools

Driver's license

Insured vehicle

First Aid/ CPR certification

Police Check/ NDIC/ WWCC

Job description

Now Hiring! Disability Support Workers - Middle - Newcastle

Make a real difference in your local community!

The Opportunity
We’re urgently looking for Disability Support Workers living in Fassifern NSW. In this rewarding role, you’ll support clients to live safely and independently in their own homes—while staying connected to their community.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing social support, companionship, and meaningful engagement
• Assisting with transport, shopping, and outings
• Delivering personal care with dignity and respect
• Supporting with domestic tasks and meal preparation
• Assisting in mental health conditions & challenging behaviours

What You’ll Get

• Ongoing support from experienced mentors and team leaders
• Paid induction and continuous training
• Regular weekday roster (Monday to Friday)
• Minimum 3 days availability required

What We’re Looking For

• Caring, empathetic, and reliable individuals
• Willingness to learn and grow
• Cert III/IV in Aged Care, Disability, Community (or studying Nursing – highly regarded)
• Community/aged care experience
• Driver’s licence + reliable insured vehicle (essential)
• Current checks (or willingness to obtain): First Aid/CPR, Police Check, NDIS, WWCC

About Us
Lumia Care is a leading Australian healthcare provider with 65+ years of experience and a growing national presence. If you're passionate about making a difference, you belong with us.

Additional information

• Flexible, regular shifts to suit your lifestyle
• Work close to home in your local community
• Supportive team that genuinely cares about you

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.