Support Worker

Martian Logic Pty; Bowen; Hybrid; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging Benefits

Entertainment Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Training opportunities

Private health insurance discounts

Paid Parental Leave

Reward and Recognition Program

Free flu vaccinations

Job summary

Endeavour Foundation is seeking a Disability Support Worker to assist individuals across Bowen Hills with flexible learning programs, recreation and community-based supports aligned to NDIS goals. You will support daily living tasks, promote independence, and encourage social participation in a calm, respectful environment.

Responsibilities include helping with housekeeping, personal care, cooking and community outings, while building confidence and practical life skills.

Qualifications

• Calm, compassionate, professional Disability Support Worker with experience in complex needs and behaviours of concern.
• Ability to provide personal care and daily living support in a safe, respectful environment.
• Willingness to obtain required checks (WWCC, NDIS Worker Screening, First Aid, CPR, National Criminal History).

Responsibilities

• Assist people to achieve NDIS goals through daily living skills (housekeeping, personal care, budgeting).
• Support meal planning, cooking, light cleaning and community connection through outings.
• Provide support during daily activities ( walks, movies, appointments).
• Maintain connections with family, friends and services.
• Promote learning, recreation, and social participation in flexible learning programs.

Skills

Compassion

Calm under pressure

Reliability

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

We have aPart-time position available across our Bowen Hills Learning and Lifestyle centre offering a mix of days, and afternoons support.

Make an impact at Endeavour Foundation!

Working across our Learning and Lifestyle Centre and Community Access supports in Bowen Hills and surrounding suburbs, you will assist people with disabilities to participate in flexible learning programs, recreation, social activities and community-based supports aligned to their NDIS goals.

You will support clients through a range of activities designed to build confidence, independence and practical life skills, while encouraging community participation, learning and relationship building. Activities may include cooking, arts and crafts, sports, appointments, social outings and connecting with nature. No two days will be the same - you may hear that phrase a lot but here at Endeavour Foundation, you will see it in action!

Other key duties will include:

• Helping people to achieve their NDIS goals by developing important daily skills such as housekeeping, personal care, social skills and budgeting.
• Assisting with aspects of personal care where required to meet the individual needs of the people we support.
• Supporting with meal planning, cooking, light cleaning and facilitating community connection by socialising and going on outings.
• Providing support during daily activities such as going for a walk, going to the movies or accompanying to an appointment.
• Helping the people we support to maintain a connection to their family, friends, and services.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate is a calm, compassionate, and professional Disability Support Worker with experience supporting individuals with complex support needs and behaviours of concern. You will be confident providing personal care and supporting daily living tasks while creating a safe, respectful, and supportive environment. The ability to remain calm under pressure, respond appropriately to challenging situations, and build trusting relationships is essential for success in this role.

We also require:

• A Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is advantageous.
• Availability to work a variety of shifts across a permanent fortnightly roster.
• Good computer skills and experience using Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Hold or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check (Blue Card), NDIS Worker Screening Check (Yellow Card), First Aid, CPR, National Criminal History Check (Fit2Work), and an open Drivers License with comprehensive insurance on your vehicle.

What benefits can Endeavour offer you?

• Salary Packaging Benefits: Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax-free, increasing your take-home pay.
• Entertainment Benefits: Use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income for entertainment expenses, such as meals and holiday accommodation.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access to a free and confidential counselling service for you and your family members.
• Wide range of training opportunities to help you grow professionally and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Additional Benefits: Discounts on corporate private health insurance plans, whitegoods, and appliances; Paid Parental Leave; Reward and Recognition Program; and Free flu vaccinations.

Endeavour Foundation supports people with disabilities to live, learn, work and flourish according to their own interests and priorities. We are people working together, making possibilities a reality for people with a disability, and for people seeking employment, education and training opportunities. We focus on ability, on dreams, goals and potential.

Endeavour Foundation encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse), the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disability. We value inclusivity and are committed to adjusting our recruitment process to ensure accessibility and support of an applicant's needs.

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