Welcome to Disability Empowerment and Support Foundation, where we are dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. We are currently seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as Disability Support Staff in Perth and Mandurah. If you are committed to providing exceptional care and support to those in need, we encourage you to explore this rewarding opportunity with us.

Job Description

Make a Positive Impact Every Day

The Disability Empowerment and Support Foundation (DESF) is currently seeking compassionate, motivated, and energetic female Disability Support Workers to join a dedicated support team within our Supported Independent Living (SIL) home.

This role is suited to support workers who are encouraging, proactive, emotionally intelligent, and passionate about empowering people living with disability to build independence, confidence, and meaningful lives.

We are looking for staff who bring positivity into the home environment and who genuinely enjoy building solid, respectful relationships with participants.

About DESF

DESF is a registered not-for-profit organisation providing high-quality staffing solutions to SIL providers across Western Australia.

We are committed to building strong, values-driven teams that prioritise participant choice, dignity, independence, and quality of life.

About the Role

This is more than just a support role, we are looking for people who can create a warm, empowering, and engaging home environment.

You will be supporting participants with:

- Daily living skills
- Community access and social engagement
- Building confidence and independence
- Encouragement with routines and goals




- Emotional support and positive engagement
- Personal care and household assistance where required
- Supporting participants to live fulfilling and meaningful lives

The ideal candidate will bring a calm, uplifting, and motivating presence into the home.

We Are Looking For Staff Who Are:

- Encouraging and motivational
- Positive, driven, and proactive
- Compassionate and emotionally mature
- Outgoing and engaging
- Reliable and professional
- Team-oriented with strong communication skills
- Passionate about empowering women with disability
- Able to build healthy routines, structure, and rapport with participants

Why Join DESF?

We Value and Invest in Our Team

- Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 tax-free annually (permanent roles)
- Meal entertainment packaging
- Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities
- Career progression pathways (permanent positions)
- Supportive leadership team
- Work within established SIL homes
- Opportunity to genuinely change lives
- Diverse and inclusive workplace culture
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
- NDIS Modules - Orientation, Induction, Safe and Enjoyable Meals and Effective Communication
- Reliable vehicle with comprehensive insuranceWorking rights within Australia
- Experience in Disability, Aged Care, Community Services or a related field (desirable)

Join a Team That Makes a Difference

At DESF, we are passionate about creating safe, empowering, and positive homes where participants can thrive, and that starts with the right people.

If you are someone who leads with kindness, encouragement, and professionalism, we would love to hear from you.

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📌 Disability Support Staff (Mandurah)
🏢 Disability Empowerment and Support Foundation
📍 Mandurah