Are you seeking a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others while enjoying a balanced 7-day swing roster?

We also welcome candidates who are available and interested in picking up cover/additional shifts as needed.

Join our wonderful team of Support Workers, supporting both Disability and Child Safety participants. We are seeking Support Workers who are flexible and happy to travel to support participants in Toowoomba and surrounding areas.

About Direct Care Resources

With over 25 years of experience, Direct Care Resources is a trusted care provider in South-East Queensland. We prioritise the health, safety, and well-being of our participants, specialising in support for SIL (Supported Independent Living) houses and Child Protection Services.

As a Support Worker, you will assist participants with challenging behaviours, support individuals with physical, intellectual, or psychiatric disabilities, and provide compassionate care to vulnerable children and young people under Child Protection Orders.

Your Responsibilities

- Support daily living activities including housekeeping, cooking, grocery shopping, personal care, and hygiene while maintaining protected routines and appropriate boundaries.
- Assist children, young people, and participants with community access and transportation (school, appointments, activities).
- Use trauma‑informed approaches to support emotional and behavioural needs in line with individual care and behaviour support plans.
- Complete mandatory shift notes, handovers, and incident reports accurately in accordance with Child Safety and industry standards.
- Safely administer medication as per policy and individual care plans.
- Be willing to travel within the Southwest Region and support participants with community access.

About You





We value the personal qualities you bring to this role—particularly your motivation to create positive change in the lives of participants. You naturally demonstrate empathy, compassion, patience, confidence, and the ability to set boundaries. You are proactive, adaptable, and able to think clearly under pressure. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for effective collaboration and reporting. The successful candidate will also have flexible availability, including sleepovers, overnights, weekends, and varied shift times.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

To be considered for this role, youmusthold (Completed, In progress or enrolled)Minimum Certificate IV qualification in:

- Community Services
- Disability
- Youth Work
- Mental Health
- Or a closely related field

Additional requirements

- Current QLD Driver's Licence (Open or P2)
- Reliable vehicle with registration and comprehensive insurance
- Eligibility to work in Australia (Passport/Birth Certificate)
- Current CPR and First Aid certificates
- Valid Blue Card & NDIS Workers Screening Check
- NDIS Workers Orientation Module
- Child Safety Division - LCS2 Clearance

What We Offer

- A structured 7‑day swing roster — 7 days on, 7 days off — ideal for work/life balance and consistent earning
- Opportunity to gain a Cert IV or Diploma at a heavily subsidised cost through our training partner
- Exceptional hourly rates across weekdays, weekends, public holidays, and sleepover shifts
- Genuine career progression with tailored training and ongoing support
- Paid in‑office induction with guidance from our supportive head office team

Additional information

- Paid in‑office induction with guidance from our supportive head office team
- Exceptional hourly rates across weekdays, weekends, public holidays, and sleepov
- Career development opportunities

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📌 Support Workers - Toowoomba (Brisbane)
🏢 Direct Care Resources
📍 Brisbane