Female Disability Support Worker - URGENT HIRING
Connecting Families is a community-driven organisation dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of children, adults, and families. Our mission is to bring communities together to create better opportunities and improve the quality of life for individuals living with disability.
Guided by our core values of Capability, Authenticity, Respect, and Empowerment (CARE), we are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support to our clients, families, and team members. Through our creative programs and dedicated workforce, we strive to promote inclusivity, compassion, dignity, and excellence in everything we do.
Join us in building a more inclusive and compassionate community for people of all abilities.
About the Role
We are currently seeking passionate Female Disability Support Workers to join our team in Springfield Lakes, QLD. This role involves supporting individuals living independently within Supported Independent Living (SIL) accommodation.
As a Disability Support Worker, you will assist clients to develop and maintain essential life skills, including:
Personal care
Medication support
Meal preparation
Domestic assistance
Community participation
Social support
Relationship building
Independent living skills
About You
To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:
A genuine passion for supporting people with disability through a person-centred approach
The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Previous experience supporting people with disability (highly desirable)
You must have experience supporting individuals who present with:




Threatening or intimidating behaviours
Non-compliant behaviours (e.g. resisting support)
Self-harm behaviours
Essential Diagnostic Experience
You must have experience supporting individuals with one or more of the following diagnoses:
Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Depression
Requirements
To apply for this role, you must hold (or be willing to obtain) the following:
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Working With Children Check (Blue Card)
Current National Police Check (issued within the last 6 months)
Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
Valid Australian Driver's Licence
Reliable vehicle with current registration and comprehensive insurance
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability/Aged Care) or another relevant qualification
Key Skills and Responsibilities
Personal Care & Medication Support: Assist with personal care and support medication adherence.
Meal Preparation & Monitoring: Prepare meals and monitor nutrition and wellbeing.
Compassionate Support: Build trusting relationships and provide respectful, patient-centred care.
Independence & Engagement: Encourage autonomy, participation, and meaningful activities.
Health Monitoring & Documentation: Observe, document, and report changes in clients' physical or emotional wellbeing.
What We Offer
A supportive and inclusive team environment where your contribution is valued
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Career progression pathways and internal promotion opportunities
The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of others
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📌 Female Disability Support Worker - Urgent Hiring (Queensland)
🏢 Connecting Families
📍 Queensland