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Disability Support Worker

Cairns, QueenslandFull-time2026-09-11 → 2026-10-22

Core

Provide 1:1 person-centred support to a participant in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) environment, assisting with daily living, community access, and household tasks to promote independence.

Role type

Disability Support Worker (1:1 SIL)

Builds

Supported Independent Living arrangements for participants with disabilities

Domain

Community Services & Development / Disability Support

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Daily living assistance, community access support, household task management, incident reporting, NDIS plan implementation, night shift availability, trauma-informed support practices

Preferred skills

Experience with mental health conditions and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Positive Behaviour Support strategies, SIL experience, Certificate III in Individual Support or Community Services

Technologies

NDIS plan documentation systems

Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 support in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) environment, Assist with daily living activities and personal support, Build positive, professional relationships with the participant, Support attendance at appointments and community outings, Assist with community access, including shopping and recreational activities, Complete household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation, Maintain a safe, clean, and organised home environment, Complete accurate shift notes and incident reports, Support the participant to achieve the goals outlined in their NDIS plan, Provide support during active night shifts, remaining awake and responsive throughout the shift to ensure participant safety and wellbeing