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Disability Support Worker - Permanent Part Time - Cairns

Cairns, QueenslandPart-time2026-10-31 → 2026-11-11

Core

Provide active support to people with disability in Cairns across Supported Independent Living (SIL), assisting them to live independently in shared accommodation or their own homes.

Role type

Disability Support Worker (SIL)

Builds

Supported Independent Living arrangements for people with disability

Domain

Social Services / Disability Support

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Complex health care support, medication administration, positive behaviour support, approved restrictive practices, personal care, daily living activities support, AOD support

Preferred skills

Unrestricted Australian driver's licence, First Aid and CPR Certificate

Responsibilities

Follow person-centred support and positive behaviour support plans, facilitate client goal achievement through meaningful activities, maintain thorough record keeping, advocate for client choice and control, work across a 24/7 roster including sleepover and active night shifts

Seniority

Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC