We are seeking a caring, reliable and motivated Support Worker to join a small, dedicated team supporting an adult with a physical disability and high care needs who lives independently in their own home.

This is a rewarding position for someone who enjoys building positive working relationships while helping another person maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will provide a combination of personal care, domestic assistance and practical day-to-day support. Every day is different, and your work will have a direct impact on the client's ability to live independently within the community in their own home.

Key Responsibilities

- Providing respectful, high-quality personal care.
- Assisting with transfers and mobility (training and equipment provided where required).
- Preparing meals and assisting with feeding if required.
- Medication preparation and administration.
- Housekeeping, including cleaning, laundry and maintaining a secure home environment.
- Grocery shopping and collecting prescriptions.
- Assisting with appointments and community access.
- Monitoring the client's wellbeing and reporting any concerns.
- Working collaboratively with other members of the support team.
- Completing accurate daily records and documentation.
- Undertaking any other reasonable tasks or requests that the client is unable to perform due to their disability.

About You

You are someone who:

- Is compassionate, patient, respectful and trustworthy.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is dependable,



organised and able to work independently.
- Takes initiative while respecting the client's choices and independence.
- Is physically capable of undertaking manual handling tasks.
- Understands the importance of confidentiality, professionalism and maintaining personal boundaries.
- Is happy assisting the client directly, understanding and following requests.
- Experience supporting people with physical disabilities or high care needs.
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (or ability to obtain one).
- Current National Police Check QLD.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
- Reliable motor vehicle.
- Right to work in Australia.
- Previous experience with Spinal Cord Injuries and associated complications.
- Knowledge of Autonomic Dysreflexia and equipment used to monitor blood pressure.
- Basic experience with catheter management, SPC maintenance and bowel therapy care.
- Experience using mobility equipment and hoists, with basic wheelchair operation skills.
- Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability, Aged Care or a related qualification.
- Genuine interest in supporting an individual, making a meaningful difference in their lives with the skills and experience you bring.

What We Offer

- Meaningful work where you can genuinely improve someone's quality of life.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Ongoing training and development.
- A team approach to client centred care, with a variety of different allied health professionals contributing.
- Competitive pay in accordance with relevant awards and experience.

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📌 In-Home Disability Support Worker (Queensland)
🏢 seek.com.au
📍 Queensland