Personal Carer Worker - Disability Support Worker - SDA Services

Wesley Mission Queensland; Tewantin; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Training & development

Supportive team

Not-for-profit

Job summary

Wesley Mission Queensland is seeking a Disability Support Worker to join our Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) team. You will provide personal care and daily living support to residents, helping them build independence in everyday life.

Led by Registered Nurses, you will support a person-centred approach across Tewantin and Maroochydore locations, with shifts that include weekdays and weekends. A Certificate III in Disability or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent.
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence with full comprehensive motor vehicle insurance.
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or willingness to obtain).
• Current First Aid & CPR.
• Ability to work across Tewantin and Maroochydore locations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Probity checks.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status (or as required by legislation and WMQ policy).

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support (meals, hygiene, household tasks).
• Support individuals to build independence and life skills.
• Assist with community access and participation.
• Work collaboratively with a team to deliver active supports and person-centred care.
• Lead by Nursing staff to ensure safe, respectful care.

Skills

Caring

Respectful

Patient

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

Certificate III in Disability (or equivalent)

Job description

Personal Carer Worker - Disability Support Worker - SDA Services

Join Wesley Mission Queensland as a Disability Support Worker in our Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) team.

This is hands-on, meaningful work where you support vulnerable people with disability to build independence in their everyday lives.

In this role, you will:

Led by Registered Nurses

Trained to practice High Intensity Supports (i.e. Dysphasia management, Epilepsy, Tracheostomy).

Provide personal care and daily living support (meals, hygiene, household tasks)

Support individuals to build independence and life skills

Assist with community access and participation

Work collaboratively with a team to deliver active supports and, person-centred care

What your day can look like

No two days are the same. You might:

Help someone cook their first independent meal

Support a resident to confidently leave home and access the community

Deliver responsive support to individuals with complex needs, ensuring they feel safe and supported.

Build trust through everyday routines, conversations, and shared activities

This is practical, real work where you can see the impact you make.

What’s in it for you

Free secure on-site parking

Career progression across various “internal” disability support programs or the wider WMQ business

Ongoing training & development

Supportive team environment where colleagues’ step in and help

Work for a values-driven not-for-profit organisation

Permanent DSW Pay Rates:

Mon–Fri (AM shifts): $36.22/hr

Mon–Fri (Afternoon shifts): $40.75/hr

Mon–Fri (Night shifts): $41.65/hr

Saturday: $54.33/hr

Sunday: $72.44/hr

Public Holidays: $90.55/hr

Let's be honest

This is a highly rewarding role within a complex support environment.

You'll work alongside people with diverse and sometimes complex support needs

Every day brings different situations and opportunities to make a difference

Building trust, skills, and independence takes time and consistency

The reward is seeing the progress people make and knowing you played a part in helping them achieve their goals

About you

We’re looking for reliable, genuine people who want to build a career in disability support.

You will have:

A caring, respectful, and patient approach

Ability to stay calm under pressure

Strong communication and teamwork skills

A genuine interest in supporting people to live independently

Requirements

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent

Current Australian Driver’s Licence – with full comprehensive motor vehicle insurance

NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or willingness to obtain)

Current First Aid & CPR

Ability to work across Tewantin and Maroochydore locations

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Relevant probity checks

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status (or as required by legislation and WMQ policy)

About the service

Our Supported Disability Accommodation is more than a service - it’s a home.

We focus on:

Supporting choice and independence

Building confidence through everyday routines

Creating a safe, consistent, and respectful environment

About Wesley Mission Queensland

Wesley Mission Queensland is a not-for-profit organisation supporting people across disability, aged care, mental health, and community services for over 100 years.

We focus on:

Practical, person-centred support

Building independence and wellbeing

Supporting our employees as well as the people we serve