Disability Support Worker
Female applicants only - genuine occupational requirement (personal care)
Empowerment Supports is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for a 1:1 Supported Disability Accommodation (SDA) home in Cardiff, supporting a female participant.
Our approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, guided by our values of Integrity, Empowerment, Belonging and Respect.
About the role
This is a 1:1 position within a single SDA home, working closely with the participant to support her daily living, personal care and NDIS goals in a stable, familiar setting.
Shifts available:
Day shift: 6:00am – 2:00pm
Afternoon/evening: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Sleepover: 10:00pm – 6:00am
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing personal care support (this role has a genuine occupational requirement for a female staff member under anti-discrimination law, given the nature of the personal care involved)
Domestic assistance - light cleaning, meal preparation, and transport to appointments and activities
Engaging the participant in community access and meaningful daily activities
Calm, respectful, trauma-informed conversations that support emotional regulation
Following the participant's individual Care Plan and Behaviour Support Plan




Accurate case notes, incident reports, and shift handover documentation
Liaising with our clinical team, House Manager, family and guardians
What you'll bring
Experience in disability support, particularly personal care
Current WWCC, First Aid certificate, and NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
Valid driver's licence, own reliable vehicle, and comprehensive car insurance
Comfort and experience with sleepover shifts
Empathy, patience, and consistency - this participant benefits from continuity of support
Why Empowerment Supports
Meaningful 1:1 work with real impact on someone's daily life
Ongoing training and development
Flexible rostering across day, afternoon/sleepover shifts
A small, values-led team where you're genuinely supported
Pay: $***** – $***** per hour
Benefits:
Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
What interests you most about this position and our organisation?
What is your Availability to start?
What are your Australian Working Rights?
Do you have a Current NDIS Working Check, WWCC and First Aid?
Work Location: In person

📌 Disability Support Worker (New South Wales)
🏢 Empowerment Supports
📍 New South Wales