SIL Community Support Workers - Casual (Multiple Roles, Western Suburbs)

disAbility Living Incorporated; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual hourly rate

Salary packaging

Training & development

Induction program

Career progression

Private health insurance

Job summary

disAbility Living Incorporated (DLi) seeks compassionate SIL Community Support Workers in Adelaide's western suburbs for casual roles. We support clients to live independently with person-centered care, community participation, and around-the-clock support where needed.

We value reliability, strong documentation, and building rapport while maintaining boundaries. Training, induction, and career progression are provided, with shifts ranging across mornings to sleepovers.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), Disability, Nursing, Community Services or related qualification
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Current Manual Handling Training
• Medication Administration certification
• Mealtime Management training
• Infection Control training
• Evidence of Australian working rights
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Reliable and comprehensively insured vehicle available for work purposes

Responsibilities

• Personal care and daily living assistance
• Supporting clients to access and take part in their community
• Transport to appointments and activities
• Medication assistance and health supports
• Supporting clients with complex health needs
• Building capacity and independent living skills
• Meal preparation and cooking activities
• Accurate record keeping and progress notes

Skills

Person-centred approach

Excellent communication

Record-keeping

Professional boundaries

Reliability & flexibility

Disability support experience

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

Job description

Make a Real Difference Every Day

DLi is seeking compassionate, experienced and motivated Community Support Workers to fill multiple casual roles in our Supported Independent Living (SIL) team in Adelaide's western suburbs. Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

These roles are ideal for support workers who are passionate about empowering people with disability to live the life they choose, while promoting independence, dignity and meaningful community participation.

About DLi

DLi has been supporting South Australians for more than 40 years through a range of disability services, including:

• Supported Independent Living
• In-Home Support
• Behaviour Support
• Short-Term and Medium-Term Accommodation
• Social and Community Participation

Our experienced teams are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred services that support people to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.

Our Values

At DLi, everything we do is guided by our values:

• Impactful: We have a positive impact, supporting people to thrive and succeed.
• Joyful: We create positive experiences and celebrate achievements.
• Connected: We build strong relationships that foster safety, trust and belonging.
• Supportive: We encourage and empower people to achieve their goals.
• Genuine: We are respectful, honest and fair in all that we do.

A Busy Festive Season Ahead

We are expecting an increase in available shifts over the Christmas and New Year period, so now is a great time to join the team. Shifts worked on public holidays attract public holiday penalty rates.

What's in it for You?

At DLi, we value our people and invest in their growth and success. Benefits include:

• Casual hourly rates commencing from $45.72 per hour
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive induction and onboarding program
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Insurance through Medibank
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives every day

About the Roles

As a SIL Community Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support to clients living in DLi's Supported Independent Living (SIL) homes in Adelaide's western suburbs. SIL supports clients to live as independently as possible in their own home, with support available around the clock.

Please note: these are SIL positions. They do not include shifts in our Social and Community Participation (SCP) programs.

You will work collaboratively with clients, families and support networks to help people achieve their goals, maintain their independence and participate meaningfully in their communities.

Support may include:

• Personal care and daily living assistance
• Supporting clients to access and take part in their community
• Transport to appointments and activities
• Medication assistance and health supports
• Supporting clients with complex health needs
• Building capacity and independent living skills
• Meal preparation and cooking activities
• Accurate record keeping and progress notes

Shift Availability

Shifts range from 2 to 8 hours, alongside passive sleepover shifts. We are seeking workers who can support a variety of shifts, including:

• Morning shifts
• Day shifts
• Afternoon and evening shifts
• Passive sleepover shifts

Availability for passive sleepover shifts is a key part of these roles. Please tell us about your sleepover availability when you apply.

As these are casual positions, shifts are allocated based on client needs and operational requirements, and no minimum hours can be guaranteed.

About You

To be successful in these roles, you will demonstrate:

• A person-centred approach to support
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong documentation and record-keeping abilities
• The ability to build rapport and maintain professional boundaries
• Reliability, and flexibility to work across a 24/7 roster, including passive sleepovers
• Experience supporting people with disability and/or complex support needs

Essential Requirements

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), Disability, Nursing, Community Services or a related qualification
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Current Manual Handling Training
• Medication Administration certification
• Mealtime Management training
• Infection Control training
• Evidence of Australian working rights
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Reliable and comprehensively insured vehicle available for work purposes

Highly Desirable

• Current Epilepsy Management Training, including Midazolam administration
• Current CPAP training and experience
• MAPA (Management of Actual or Potential Aggression) or CPI training
• Safe Environments for Children and Young People training
• Experience supporting clients with complex medical and behavioural support needs

Diversity and Inclusion

DLi is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disability. Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for these roles.

We are seeking multiple casual SIL Community Support Workers in Adelaide's western suburbs.