Disability and Aged Care Support Workers across Sunshine Coast & GympieVela Care is seeking kind, reliable and genuinely caring male and female Support Workers of all ages to join our growing team across the Sunshine Coast and Gympie regions.We currently have a variety of opportunities available across Supported Independent Living (SIL), Short-Term Accommodation (STA), community access, in-home support, aged care and NDIS disability support.Our roles vary significantly depending on the individual participant.
Some positions involve companionship, community access, household assistance and support with everyday activities.
Other positions involve personal care, mobility support or more complex physical, neurological, cognitive or behavioural needs.You do not need complex care experience to apply for every role.
We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds and will consider your experience, confidence, availability and personality when matching you with suitable participants.Some positions are available to commence immediately, while others are being recruited for upcoming participant placements and new services beginning in the near future.
Interviews will be conducted immediately for both current and future opportunities, however not every successful applicant will commence immediately.Our team culture is supportive, professional and family oriented, and we genuinely value the people who work with us.About the RolesCommunity access and transportCompanionship and emotional supportAssistance with shopping, appointments and social activitiesHousehold tasks and daily living supportPersonal care and hygiene supportMedication assistanceMobility support and transfersSupporting participants within SIL and STA accommodationCompleting clear and accurate shift notes and documentationFollowing individual support plans and workplace proceduresSome of our more complex positions may also involve:PEG feeding and mealtime supportHoisting and manual handlingDementia or neurological supportBehaviour support plansAuthorised restrictive practice frameworksTraining may be provided where appropriate.
Previous experience in complex care, dementia, aged care, personal care, behaviour support or manual handling is highly regarded for positions where these skills are required.The most important qualities across all of our roles are kindness, reliability, emotional maturity and a genuine passion for supporting others.Current Shifts AvailableShort community and in-home support shiftsLonger daytime shiftsMorning and afternoon shiftsEvening shiftsWeekend shiftsSleepover shiftsSplit shiftsRegular ongoing rostered shifts and Casual and flexible opportunitiesSome of our SIL roles require workers who can commit to ongoing structured rosters, as consistency and reliability are extremely significant for the participants we support.There may also be opportunities to increase hours for reliable team members who are a good fit across multiple participants and services.What We're Looking ForMale and female Support WorkersKind, calm, reliable and professional peopleStrong spoken and written English skillsGood English comprehension and the ability to follow instructions and support plansThe ability to complete clear and accurate shift documentationGenuine and consistent availabilityConfidence working independently and as part of a teamA respectful and person-centred approachCertificate III or IV in Disability, Individual Support, Aged Care or a similar qualification preferred, but not essential we also welcome people who are looking for a change in career if they come with the right amount of care and compassion for the industry.Full Australian work rightsApplicants must hold,



or be willing to obtain promptly:NDIS Worker Screening CheckWorking with Children Check where requiredNational Police CheckFirst Aid and CPRNDIS Worker Orientation ModuleRelevant infection control trainingCurrent driver's licenceReliable and appropriately insured vehicle where requiredSome positions may require particular qualifications, experience, physical capabilities or worker gender based on the individual needs and preferences of the participant.Pay and ConditionsPaid under the SCHADS Award based on qualifications and experienceApplicable penalty rates for weekends, evenings, sleepovers and public holidaysSupportive management and ongoing trainingA variety of shift lengths and roster optionsOpportunities across SIL, STA, community support, and aged careA small, caring provider where your contribution is noticed and valuedWhy Join Vela Care?
Vela Care is a Sunshine Coast based disability and aged care provider committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support in calm, respectful and welcoming environments.We support people with a broad range of needs, from companionship, community access and everyday assistance through to Supported Independent Living, aged care and complex support.As a small, family-run and hands-on provider, we genuinely know our participants and our team.
We value clear communication, consistency, kindness and strong working relationships.We are not a large corporate organisation where workers feel like a number.
We want our team members to feel supported, listened to and appreciated, while also understanding the responsibility that comes with supporting people who rely on us.At Vela Care, we believe good support is about more than completing a list of tasks.
It is about building trust, creating stability and helping each person live a safe, meaningful and fulfilling life.If you are looking for meaningful work within a supportive, professional and family-oriented team, we would love to hear from you.
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📌 Disability And Aged Care Support Workers Across Sunshine Coast & Gympie (Queensland)
🏢 Vela Care
📍 Queensland