As a Disability Support Worker, working within our Supported Independent Living homes, you'll provide person-centred support that empowers people with disability to build independence, confidence and connection. No two days are the same — one day you might be supporting someone to learn new life skills, the next helping them get out into the community or achieve a personal goal.
Casual Hours available for rosters that consist of minimum 3-4 sleepovers per Fortnight and every second weekend shifts. Located in Toowoomba SIL homes. Options available to gain permanent part time hours in future.
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting people with daily living activities, personal care and routines
- Assisting clients with manual handling using hoists and slings
- Encouraging independence, choice and inclusion
- Supporting community access, social activities and wellbeing
- Building trusted relationships with clients, families and colleagues
- Maintaining safe, respectful and positive environments
What We're Looking For
- A Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is advantageous
- A caring, patient and respectful approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Reliability and a positive, can-do attitude
- Availability to work a range of shifts (including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends and sleepovers – penalty rates apply)
- The capacity to meet the physical requirements as manual handling tasks are involved
You will be required to hold or willing to obtain
- Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (Yellow Card)
- First Aid & CPR Certification
- National Criminal History Check (Police Check)
- Australian open Driver's License with comprehensive insurance on your vehicle
Benefits And Perks
- Salary Packaging Benefits! Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free.
- In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc).
- An Employee Assistance Program - a free and confidential counselling service available to all staff and their family members.
- Discounts on Corporate Private Health Insurance Plans, white goods, and appliances.
- Discounted family gym memberships through Fitness Passport.
- Paid Parental Leave.
Disability Support Worker employer: Endeavour Foundation
Endeavour Foundation is an exceptional employer that champions inclusivity and empowerment in the workplace. Located in Kew, Victoria, we offer a supportive work culture where you can make a meaningful impact by helping individuals with disabilities achieve their employment goals. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, we provide unique opportunities for professional advancement while fostering a collaborative environment that values safety and quality.
