Job Description

Disability Support Worker - Specialist Disability Accommodation Services

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Join Wesley Mission Queensland as a Disability Support Worker in our Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) team.

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This is hands-on, meaningful work where you support vulnerable people with disability to build independence in their everyday lives.

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In this role, you will:

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Led by Registered Nurses

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Trained to practice High Intensity Supports (i.e. Dysphasia management, Epilepsy, Tracheostomy).

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Provide personal care and daily living support (meals, hygiene, household tasks)

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Support individuals to build independence and life skills

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Assist with community access and participation

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Work collaboratively with a team to deliver active supports and, person-centred care

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What your day can look like

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No two days are the same. You might:

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Help someone cook their first independent meal

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Support a resident to confidently leave home and access the community

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Deliver responsive support to individuals with complex needs, ensuring they feel safe and supported.

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Build trust through everyday routines, conversations, and shared activities

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This is practical, real work where you can see the impact you make.

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What's in it for you

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Free secure on-site parking

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Career progression across various "internal" disability support programs or the wider WMQ business

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Ongoing training & development

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Supportive team environment where colleagues' step in and help

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Work for a values-driven not-for-profit organisation

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Permanent DSW Pay Rates:

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Mon–Fri (AM shifts): $36.22/hr

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Mon–Fri (Afternoon shifts): $40.75/hr

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Mon–Fri (Night shifts): $41.65/hr

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Saturday: $54.33/hr

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Sunday: $72.44/hr

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Public Holidays: $90.55/hr

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Let's be honest
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You'll work alongside people with diverse and sometimes complex support needs

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Every day brings different situations and opportunities to make a difference

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Building trust, skills, and independence takes time and consistency

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The reward is seeing the progress people make and knowing you played a part in helping them achieve their goals

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About you

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We're looking for reliable, genuine people who want to build a career in disability support.

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You will have:

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A caring, respectful, and patient approach

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Ability to stay calm under pressure

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Strong communication and teamwork skills

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A genuine interest in supporting people to live independently

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Requirements

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Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent

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Current Australian Driver's Licence – with full comprehensive motor vehicle insurance

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NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or willingness to obtain)

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Current First Aid & CPR

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Ability to work across Tewantin and Maroochydore locations

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Strong written and verbal communication skills

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About the service

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Our Supported Disability Accommodation is more than a service - it's a home.

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We focus on:

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Supporting choice and independence

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Building confidence through everyday routines

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Creating a safe, consistent, and respectful workplace

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About Wesley Mission Queensland

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Wesley Mission Queensland is a not-for-profit organisation supporting people across disability, aged care, mental health, and community services for over 100 years.

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We focus on:

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Practical, person-centred support

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Building independence and wellbeing

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Supporting our employees as well as the people we serve

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📌 Disability Support Worker - Specialist Disability Accommodation Services (Queensland)
🏢 Wesley Mission Queensland
📍 Queensland