Support Worker

Lojic; Lismore; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Roster flexibility

On-the-job training

Crisis Prevention Training

Wellness program

Leased vehicles

Career advancement

Job summary

Lojic Institute invites applications for roles in its Supported Independent Living services across Ballina and Lismore. The position supports individuals with disabilities and psychosocial needs, with shifts including day, sleepover and night coverage.

You must be available through the 2026 Christmas and New Year period. Preferred qualifications include a Certificate 3 in Individual Support, and experience in disability or mental health support, whether paid, voluntary or lived experience.

Qualifications

• Certificate 3 in Individual Support preferred.
• Experience supporting people with disability or mental health concerns preferred.
• Available to work through the 2026 Christmas & New Year period.

Responsibilities

• Support NDIS participants with activities of daily living, including meal preparation, medical appointments, and community access.
• Implement Individual and Behaviour Support plans, collect data, and participate in ongoing training.
• Work varied shifts including mornings, evenings, awake overnights, split shifts and weekends.

Education

Certificate 3 in Individual Support

Job description

Are you looking for a workplace that values your wellbeing and professional growth? Join us and experience a supportive environment where work-life balance and continuous learning are our top priority.

Lojic Institute is committed to the ongoing development and enrichment of life outcomes for individuals, families and communities who require or seek support. We offer competitive, above award remuneration and flexible work arrangements as well as extensive professional development opportunities. Our services are underpinned by our mission, “Intentional Influence”, we are a values led and evidence based organisation oriented on respect, excellence, innovation, passion and integrity. We are seeking energetic team members to work with vulnerable people.

About the role

We are currently recruiting for our Supported Independent Living services, supporting individuals with multiple disabilities and psychosocial support needs. Our participants reside across the Ballina and Lismore regions. Depending on the area, this position is suited to people available to work day shifts, sleepovers and active night shifts. Must be available to work through the 2026 Christmas & New Year period

About you

Preferred Certificate 3 in Individual Support, with traineeships available for people who do not have an existing qualification

Preferred experience supporting people with living with disability or mental health concerns either in a paid, voluntary or lived experienced capacity

Must be available to work throughout the 2026 Christmas & New Year period

Tasks & Responsibilities

Support NDIS participants with activities of daily living, inclusive of meal preparation, supporting people to attend medical appointments, facilitate community access, undertaking personal and domestic activities

Implement Individual and Behaviour Support plans inclusive of following plans and protocols, collecting and collating data, attending regular training sessions

Work a variety of shifts, inclusive of mornings, evenings, awake overnight shifts, split shifts and weekend work

Some Extra Benefits for Working at Lojic

Our leadership team will work directly with you to establish a roster that promotes a great work life balance

Extensive on the job training, inclusive of buddy shifts, on call service and individualised participant training

Dedicated training program, inclusive of Crisis Prevention Training so you are equipped to do your best at work

A Wellness Program- at Lojic we invest in your self-care and support your wellbeing

Leased vehicles available for core, part-time team members that you can use for business and personal use

Diverse career opportunities- we will work with you to advance your career into in a leadership, behaviour support, carer assessment, research or training role