Access Life Care is seeking compassionate and dedicated Disability Support Workers to join our growing team in Canberra. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity with one of the ACT’s trusted registered NDIS providers, committed to delivering person-centred, high-quality support to individuals living with disability.

You will work alongside participants in their homes, in our Supported Independent Living (SIL) facilities, and out in the community — helping them to live independently, pursue their goals, and engage meaningfully in everyday life.

This role operates across a rotating roster, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends, to meet the 24/7 support needs of our participants.

What We Offer

Competitive salary of $80,000 – $85,000 per annum plus superannuation

Permanent, full-time employment with a growing and stable NDIS provider

Ongoing professional development, training, and upskilling opportunities

Supportive, culturally sensitive and inclusive team environment

Meaningful work that genuinely improves participants’ quality of life

24/7 on-call management support for all staff

Clear career progression pathways within the organisation

Responsibilities

Supporting participants with daily activities including mobility assistance, personal care, medication management, housekeeping tasks, and meal preparation

Engaging with participants and their families to discuss, negotiate and agree on the nature and scope of care and support to be delivered

Providing emotional support and assisting participants in managing challenges such as low mood, confusion, and grief

Identifying and facilitating community-based social, recreational, and cultural activities appropriate to each participant’s interests and NDIS plan goals

Helping participants understand and access the disability support services available to them under the NDIS

Supporting participants in pursuing training and employment goals as part of their individual support plan

Recognising, managing,



and responding to risks and emergency situations within a home care environment

Maintaining accurate and timely records including daily progress notes, incident reports, and care plan documentation

What We Are Looking For

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), Community Services, or a related field.

Candidates must demonstrate at least one to two years of practical experience in a disability support role or a related field within the health, aged care, or community services sector

Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement)

Valid Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration in the ACT

Current First Aid and CPR certificate (HLTAID011 or equivalent)

Current Australian driver’s licence and access to a reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle

Solid communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills

Genuine empathy, patience, and a commitment to upholding the rights and dignity of people with disability

Familiarity with the NDIS framework, Practice Standards, and the NDI S Code of Conduct

Experience with medication administration and personal care procedures

Proficiency in delivering services to culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities

Experience supporting participants with psychosocial disability, acquired brain injury (ABI), or complex/high‑intensity support needs.

About Us

Access Life Care is a registered NDIS provider delivering a comprehensive range of disability and allied health services across the ACT, NSW, and Queensland. Our services include Supported Independent Living (SIL), Short-Term Accommodation (STA), In-Home Support, High-Intensity Personal Care, Nursing Care, Day Programs, Social and Community Participation, Behaviour Support, Occupational Therapy, Psychosocial Recovery Coaching, and Life Skills Development.

We are driven by a person‑centred philosophy — every service and interaction is tailored to the individual. We value cultural diversity, provide 24/7 on‑call support, and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we service.

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📌 Disability Support Worker (Canberra)
🏢 Access Lifecare
📍 Canberra