Are you looking for an opportunity with a dynamic, innovative, growing company that offers promotional opportunities? Are you seeking a workplace that feels like home where you can grow and achieve? Then get excited, this opportunity may be for you!
Sirv is looking for fantastic support specialists with experience working with young people, who are passionate about participant outcomes and have experience dealing with high-needs participants who require complex care.
What is the opportunity?
In this critical role, you will support young people living with complex and persistent mental health conditions—often combined with other complexities such as trauma and cognitive impairment. You'll work closely with clients, their families, and a multidisciplinary team to deliver recovery-oriented, person-centered care that enhances quality of life and independence.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide individualised, trauma-informed support in line with clients' care and recovery plans
De-escalate behaviours of concern and respond effectively in crisis situations
Assist with daily living activities, community participation, and skill development
Support clients in managing mental health symptoms, medication adherence, and health appointments
Foster meaningful relationships and promote social and emotional well-being
Maintain accurate, professional documentation and contribute to team care planning




Maintaining accurate health care documentation as required
What we require from you:
Minimum 2 years' experience working in youth or disability support, with a focus on complex client needs
Proven experience supporting individuals with dual diagnosis, trauma history, or psychosocial disabilities
Experience with complex behaviours will be highly regarded
Robust understanding of recovery-based, person-centered, and trauma-informed care principles
Exceptional communication, conflict resolution, and risk management skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Current First Aid & CPR and NDIS Worker Screening Check
Recent (within the past 12 months) police check
Valid driver's license and access to a reliable, insured vehicle
We also highly regard candidates who:
Hold a Certificate IV or higher in Mental Health, Community Services, Disability, or equivalent qualification
Are trained in positive behaviour support and implementing behaviour support plan
Sirv is a leading Disability Support Provider that operates nationally. We have a track record of matching the best Support Specialists with our Participants. Founded and managed by industry leaders who have invested interest in you and your growth & development. Our intention is to be the best, most responsible, and most enjoyable Disability Support Provider to work with across Australia.
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📌 Female Disability Support Worker - Illawarra (New South Wales)
🏢 Sirv Group
📍 New South Wales