13 Aug
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With A Little Care
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Gladstone Central
13 Aug
With A Little Care
Gladstone Central
Male Disability Support Worker – Mentor & Community SupportGladstone, QLD | Casual | Approx.
3-12+ Hours Per Week (with opportunity to grow)Do you enjoy the gym, gaming, getting outdoors, and making a genuine difference in someone's life?
With A Little Care is looking for a compassionate, reliable, and energetic male Support Worker to become an important part of a young male participant's support team in Gladstone.This isn't your typical support worker role.
We're looking for someone who can become a positive role model and mentor—someone who can build a genuine rapport while encouraging confidence, independence, and a healthy lifestyle.About the ParticipantOur participant is a 17-year-old young man with Autism (Level 2), sensorineural hearing loss, and a rare genetic condition that affects muscle tone, strength, height, and weight.
He is an incredibly intelligent young man with a great sense of humour who enjoys gaming, Pokémon GO, technology, and spending time with people he feels comfortable around.Due to his hearing loss, he benefits from someone who speaks clearly, articulates their words well, and communicates patiently.
He may occasionally need a little extra time to process conversations before responding, so we're looking for someone who is understanding, relaxed, and happy to communicate at his pace.We're seeking someone who enjoys building genuine connections and can encourage healthy habits through enjoyable, everyday activities rather than high-intensity exercise.What You'll Be DoingYour role may include:Attending the gym togetherParticipating in weekly hydrotherapy sessions (including being in the pool during the 30-minute session)Going for a walk afterwards and grabbing lunch togetherPlaying Pokémon GO while exploring the communityBeach walks, community outings,
or grabbing a milkshakeEncouraging incidental exercise in fun and achievable waysSupporting confidence, independence, and community participationBuilding a genuine mentoring relationship based on trust and shared interestsAbout YouWe're looking for someone who:Is a male support worker who can naturally connect with a teenage young manHas excellent spoken English and communicates clearlyIs patient, positive, and easy to talk toUnderstands that people process information differently and is comfortable allowing extra time during conversationsEnjoys the gym, walking, or maintaining an active lifestyle without pushing beyond someone's abilitiesHas interests such as gaming, technology, Pokémon GO, or similar hobbies (highly regarded)Wants to be more than just a support worker—someone who can become a positive influence and genuine mateEssential RequirementsCurrent Driver Licence and reliable vehicleCurrent NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card) or willingness to obtainCurrent Working with Children Check (Blue Card)Current First Aid & CPR CertificateNational Police CheckComfortable participating in hydrotherapy sessions in the poolWhat We OfferA rewarding role where you'll make a genuine difference in a young person's lifeSupportive and approachable managementConsistent weekly shifts with opportunities for additional hoursThe chance to help someone build confidence, independence, and lifelong healthy habits through meaningful, enjoyable experiencesIf you're the kind of person who'd rather spend your day walking the beach, hitting the gym, playing Pokémon GO, or grabbing lunch while making a positive impact on someone's life, we'd love to hear from you.Please apply with your resume and tell us a little about yourself, your interests, and why you'd be a great fit for this role.Pay: $***** – $***** per hourBenefits:Career development assistanceTravel reimbursementLanguage:English (Required)Work Authorisation:Australia (Required)Work Location: In person
📌 Disability Support Worker (Gladstone Central)
🏢 With A Little Care
📍 Gladstone Central