Trauma-Informed Disability Support Specialist

Gold Coast Disability and Youth; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SCHADS compliant pay

Travel & expense reimbursement

Clinical supervision & paid training

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Gold Coast Disability and Youth is seeking an experienced Support Worker to provide specialised care to youth NDIS participants in Toowoomba. You will implement PBSPs, support emotional regulation, and enable participation in community activities, daily living tasks, and schooling routines with trauma-informed care.

You will work closely with Case Managers, maintain detailed shift notes and incident reports, and ensure consistent, respectful support aligned with SCHADS standards and safety

Qualifications

• Industry qualifications include Certificate III/IV in Disability or Community Services.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (Yellow Card) and Queensland Blue Card required.
• Open Queensland Driver's Licence; access to vehicle for community activities.
• HLTAID011 First Aid and CPR certificates current.
• Compliance with SCHADS Award expectations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Behaviour Support: reinforce PBSPs with trauma-informed care and de-escalation.
• Community & Social Inclusion: support participation in community activities.
• Daily Living Support: assist with routines and life skills.
• Reporting: maintain shift notes, behaviour logs, and incident reports.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Verbal de-escalation

Emotional regulation

PBSP knowledge

Shift reporting

Education

Certificate III/IV in Disability or Community Services

Job description

Gold Coast Disability and Youth is seeking an experienced Support Worker to provide specialised care to youth NDIS participants in Toowoomba. You will implement PBSPs, support emotional regulation, and enable participation in community activities, daily living tasks, and schooling routines with trauma-informed care.

You will work closely with Case Managers, maintain detailed shift notes and incident reports, and ensure consistent, respectful support aligned with SCHADS standards and safety