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Disability Support Worker

Cairns, QueenslandFull-time2026-08-28 → 2026-10-22

Core

Provide individualized care and support to people living with disabilities in their homes and the community, assisting with daily activities and encouraging independence.

Role type

Disability Support Worker

Builds

Supported Independent Living (SIL) environments and community access programs

Domain

Aged & Disability Support (Community Services)

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

driving, cooking, laundry, incident reporting, shift note documentation, community navigation

Preferred skills

high intensity supports experience, Certificate 3 in community services

Responsibilities

Assist participants with day to day activities, build relationships with participants, support participants with appointments, provide support in a SIL house environment, provide community access (grocery shopping, recreational activities), ensure SIL homes are clean and tidy, perform general cooking and domestic duties, record detailed Incident Reports and Shift Notes, ensure participants' needs are met according to their NDIS plan