Disability Support Worker – Northside ACT (Casual)

Are you an experienced Disability Support Worker ready to make a meaningful difference?

Connecting Families is seeking a compassionate, patient, and skilled support worker to provide person-centered support to a female participant in Northside ACT with complex disability, communication, behavioural, and health support needs.

This is an chance for a dedicated worker who enjoys building strong relationships,

supporting independence, and helping participants achieve their goals in a safe,

respectful, and empowering environment.

About the Role

- Casual position
- Provide 1:1 disability support including daily living assistance, community participation,

emotional support, and skill development.

- Support a participant living with intellectual disability, Sturge Weber syndrome,

hemiplegia, epilepsy, and glaucoma.

- Implement Positive Behaviour Support strategies and follow individual support plans.
- Assist with routines, transitions, emotional regulation, and maintaining a predictable and supportive environment.
- Support community access, meaningful activities, and opportunities to develop independence.

Applicants must be comfortable supporting a participant who requires consistency,

patience, clear communication, and proactive behaviour support approaches.

What We’re Looking For

- Experience working with participants with intellectual disability, complex support needs,

or behaviours of concern.

- Ability to remain calm, patient, and supportive during periods of distress or emotional escalation.
- Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), person-centered care, and trauma-informed approaches.




- Strong rapport-building skills and the ability to establish trust with participants.
- Ability to follow detailed support plans, maintain routines, and support transitions effectively.
- Reliable, flexible, and committed to providing consistent support.

Key Responsibilities

- Support daily living skills and encourage independence.
- Assist with community access, appointments, and meaningful activities.
- Provide reassurance and support with emotional regulation strategies.
- Use clear communication, visual supports, and predictable routines to support participation.
- Support safe travel practices and community engagement.
- Complete accurate shift notes, incident reports, and behaviour observations when required.

Requirements

- Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, Community Services, or equivalent.
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (current or willing to obtain).
- First Aid (HLTAID011) & CPR (HLTAID009).
- Valid driver’s licence and reliable insured vehicle.
- Experience in disability support, complex needs, or behavioural support is highly desirable.

Why Join Us?

- Supportive, values-driven team culture.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact in a participant’s life.
- Work within a person-centered organization committed to quality support.
- Be part of a team that values compassion, consistency, and meaningful outcomes.

Apply now with your resume and cover letter if you’re ready to support a participant with complex needs in a safe, respectful, and empowering environment.

Note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

📌 Female Disability Support Worker – Northside ACT (Gungahlin)
🏢 Connecting Families Group
📍 Gungahlin