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Overnight Active Awake Disability Support Worker
Do you have a passion for enabling people living with disabilities to live a meaningful life of their own?
Are you experienced in providing individualised support within Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)?
If so,
we would love to hear from you!
Casual Overnight Awake Disability Support Worker – Accommodation Services
About the Opportunity
An exciting opportunity exists for an energetic and experienced individual to join the North West team at Inala.
Inala is a vibrant community that supports adults living with intellectual disabilities.
We are committed to building personal and trusted relationships, delivering excellence in individualised support, and fostering a strong sense of belonging.
We seek people who share this vision — individuals who show respect, demonstrate empathy and creativity, and act with integrity in every aspect of their work.
We are seeking enthusiastic candidates to work in a solo overnight awake role, providing person-centred support in the home environment. You will be responsible for supporting the overall needs, routines, and preferences of residents during the night — promoting their independence, autonomy, and quality of life. This includes respecting cultural choices and assisting in the implementation of meaningful, individualised experiences.
We are seeking candidates with demonstrated experience in:
Manual handling
Complex behaviour support
, including the ability to understand and implement
multi-stage protocols
Catheter care
Epilepsy management
Complex bowel care
Candidate Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess a calm yet confident approach to effectively support individuals with complex behaviours and respond appropriately to medical emergencies.
In addition to meeting the
essential criteria
listed in this advertisement, the successful candidate must also demonstrate the ability to:
Apply a
high level of situational awareness
to prevent, manage, and respond to behaviours effectively
Adapt quickly to sudden changes
in routine,



showing flexibility in working both independently and as part of a team
Take initiative and maintain
strong attention to detail
across all areas of support
Work collaboratively and communicate closely within a well-established team to ensure accurate
monitoring, documentation, and escalation
of health and behavioural concerns
Communicate clearly and professionally — both
verbally and in writing
— with residents, families, and all relevant stakeholders
Contribute to a
fun, high-performing, and family-friendly team environment
Roster (Casual Basis):
Sunday to Thursday:
10:00 PM – 6:00 AM
Friday & Saturday:
10:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Responsibilities (Overnight Awake Role)
Provide support that ensures the
physical, emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing
of clients throughout the night
Assist with
personal care needs
as required during overnight hours
Administer medications in accordance with
Inala's medication administration procedures
, including PRN medications when applicable
Deliver
person-centred support
, respecting each client's individual preferences and routines
Be sensitive to the
specific and cultural needs
of each client
Maintain accurate
overnight progress notes
detailing support provided and any changes in health or behaviour
Support a
protected, calm, and homely workplace
overnight
Perform
cleaning and household duties
as needed during the shift
Complete all required
reporting and documentation
in line with Inala's procedures
Communicate respectfully and professionally with
clients, families, team members, and other stakeholders
Essential Criteria
Certificate III or higher in Disability, Community Services, or equivalent
Experience supporting participants with complex needs,



including intellectual disabilities and challenging behaviours
Understanding of, and ability to follow, individual Support Plans
Commitment to Inala's human-centred ethos and approach
Full working rights in Australia
Fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Valid Australian driver's licence (with ability to drive, or willingness to learn to drive, a wheelchair-accessible vehicle)
Current First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain)
NDIS Worker Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
Your application should include how you meet the core competencies of the role and demonstrate your position-specific knowledge, qualifications, and experience.
Benefits of working with INALA:
Large, well-established, non-for-profit organisation, inspired by the work of Rudolf Steiner, supporting over 200 people in Day and Community centres as well as Accommodation in Sydney's Northwest and Eastern Suburbs
Supportive work environment with leadership support and ongoing training and development
Family friendly
Attractive salary including tax-productive salary packaging
Outstanding career growth opportunities
5 weeks of annual leave
Staff recognition and reward programs, and wellbeing initiatives
Location:
Northwest Sydney
Reports to:
Senior Support Worker and Service Coordinator
Commencement:
immediate start available
Remuneration:
Inala Enterprise Agreement
About Inala ():
Inala was established in **** in Cherrybrook NSW and has a proud history of supporting individuals living with disability. Our vision is for a community which is conscious of its members and where every individual makes their unique contribution. Inala has a long-standing commitment to the Principles of Rudolf Steiner Curative Education and Social Therapy.
With a reputation for excellence and known for the warmth and individual care given to clients and their families, great pride is taken in providing for each person's all-round personal growth, skills development, self-esteem, independence and community involvement.
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📌 Overnight Active Awake Disability Support Worker (Sydney)
🏢 Inala
📍 Sydney