Disability Support Worker
Origin Support Services Pty Ltd
Gordonvale, QLD, ****, AU
Disability Support (Community Services & Development)
Casual/Vacation
Origin Support Services Pty Ltd
is seeking a compassionate, resilient, and reliable
Female Disability Support Worker
to join our growing team in
Gordonvale, QLD
.
At Origin Support Services, we provide person-centred, individualised support to people living with disabilities. Our services include:
Community Access
Supported Independent Living (SIL)
This opportunity is for a
casual position
supporting a participant in a
1:1 Supported Independent Living (SIL)
setting. The successful candidate must have
good availability
, including
active night shifts
, weekends, and flexible hours, with the opportunity to progress into a permanent position for the right person.
Experience is preferred but not essential. We provide comprehensive on-the-job training along with access to a range of Origin Support Services resources and professional development opportunities.
About the Opportunity
As a Disability Support Worker, you will provide high-quality, person-centred support to a participant in a
1:1 SIL setting
, assisting them both at home and within the community while promoting independence, dignity, choice, and control.
Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, your responsibilities will include:
Providing 1:1 support in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) environment.
Assisting with daily living activities and personal support.
Building positive, professional relationships with the participant.
Supporting attendance at appointments and community outings.
Assisting with community access, including shopping and recreational activities.
Completing household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation.
Maintaining a safe, clean, and organised home environment.
Completing accurate shift notes and incident reports.




Supporting the participant to achieve the goals outlined in their NDIS plan.
Providing support during
active night shifts
, remaining awake and responsive throughout the shift to ensure participant safety and wellbeing.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Prefer Female applicant only
Yellow Card (NDIS Worker Screening Clearance) or willingness to obtain one.
Blue Card (Working with Children Check) or willingness to obtain one.
Current driver's licence.
Your own reliable vehicle with comprehensive or third-party property insurance suitable for transporting participants.
Experience supporting participants with mental health conditions and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Strong understanding of person-centered and trauma informed support practices.
Ability to remain calm, patient, and resilient while supporting participants with complex behaviours and emotional regulation needs.
Full working rights within Australia.
Availability to work weekends, flexible shifts, and
active overnight shifts
.
Desirable (but not essential)
Certificate III or higher in Individual Support, Community Services, or a related qualification.
Experience supporting participants with complex or high-intensity needs.
Expereince implementing Positive Behaviour Support strategies and Behaviour Support Plans.
Previous experience in disability support or a similar role.
Strong English communication skills and ability to build rapport with participants.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
Why Join Origin Support Services?
Flexible casual roster with ongoing opportunities.
Annual performance-based pay reviews.
Supportive and experienced management team.
Ongoing training and career development.
Meaningful work where you can make a genuine difference in someone's life.
Opportunity to transition into a permanent position for the right candidate.
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📌 Disability Support Worker (Queensland)
🏢 Origin support services
📍 Queensland