At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with complex needs in daily living and personal care.
- Company: Assist Community Services, a local NDIS provider in Townsville.
- Benefits: Ongoing training, flexible shifts, and employee benefits for everyday savings.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Patience, resilience, and a willingness to learn; experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 16.2 - 19.8 $ per hour.
Assist Community Services is a locally based NDIS provider supporting people with disability throughout Townsville. Our goal is to empower participants to live independently, achieve their goals and have choice and control over their lives.
We're looking for caring, reliable and motivated Lifestyle Support Workers to join our Supported Independent Living (SIL) team. This role involves supporting a participant with complex needs who may display behaviours of concern, including:
- Physical & verbal aggression towards others
- Throwing objects
- Property damage
We're looking for people who can remain calm in challenging situations, follow behaviour support strategies and provide safe, consistent and respectful support. Experience supporting complex behaviours is highly regarded, but we also welcome applicants who are resilient, willing to learn and eager to develop their skills. Training and ongoing support are provided.
What You'll Be Doing
- Assisting with personal care, daily living tasks and medication.
- Supporting independence, skill development and community participation.
- Following Positive Behaviour Support Plans and individual support strategies.
- Responding safely and calmly to behaviours of concern.
- Completing shift notes and required documentation.
- Working as part of a supportive team.
About You
We're looking for people who are:
- Patient, caring and understanding.
- Resilient and confident in challenging situations.
- Reliable, flexible and good communicators.
- Willing to learn and participate in training.
- Passionate about making a difference.
Availability: Workers must be available to work a mix roster of:
- Day shifts: 8:00am - 3:00pm
- Evening shifts: 3:00pm - 8:00pm
- Active Night Shift: 8:00pm - 8:00am
You must have, or be willing to obtain before commencing:
- Current driver's licence and access to a registered, comprehensively insured vehicle.
- First Aid and CPR Certificate.
- Blue Card (where required).
- NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card).
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module.
What We Offer
- Friendly, supportive and experienced local team.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee Benefits Platform, including savings on groceries and everyday purchases.
- Flexible rostering opportunities.
- Rewarding work where you can make a real difference.
Lifestyle Support Workers – Supported Independent Living employer: Assist Community Services
Assist Community Services is an exceptional employer in Townsville, offering a supportive and friendly work environment where Lifestyle Support Workers can thrive. With a strong focus on professional development and ongoing training, employees are empowered to grow their skills while making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities. The flexible rostering opportunities and employee benefits platform further enhance the rewarding experience of working within this dedicated local team.
