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-centered 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 organization
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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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This is a highly rewarding role within a complex support setting.

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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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- Strong written and verbal communication skills
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- Relevant probity checks
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- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status (or as required by legislation and WMQ policy)
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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 environment
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About Wesley Mission Queensland

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Wesley Mission Queensland is a not-for-profit organization 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-centered 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 (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 Wesley Mission Queensland
📍 City of Gold Coast