Disability Support Workers (Community Access & SIL)

Equality Disability & Healthcare Services

About Us

Equality Disability & Healthcare Services is a leading provider of disability support, committed to empowering individuals to live independently, achieve their goals, and actively participate in their communities. We deliver respectful, inclusive, and high-quality care, ensuring every person’s dignity, rights, and potential are upheld.

The Role

We are currently seeking:

- Disability Support Workers (Community Access)
- Disability Support Workers (Supported Independent Living – SIL)

Role Overview

- Community Access Support Workers support participants to engage in the community, build social connections, and achieve personal goals.
- SIL Support Workers provide day-to-day assistance within Supported Independent Living homes, including personal care, routines, and skill development.

All roles operate within a person-centred framework, working under structured care plans and organisational policies.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting participants with daily routines, including personal care, meals, supervision, and social support
- Assisting participants to build independence and develop life skills
- Supporting community participation and activities aligned with participant goals
- Completing accurate shift notes, progress reports, and incident reports
- Communicating effectively with participants, families, and team members
- Liaising with healthcare professionals where required

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking individuals who are:
- Experienced in supporting people with disability
- Passionate about making a meaningful difference




- Strong communicators and team players
- Calm, patient, and adaptable in challenging situations
- Organised, with robust attention to detail
- Able to work independently and collaboratively

Experience

You must have experience supporting individuals with:
- Physical disabilities
- Intellectual disabilities
- Mental health or psychosocial disabilities
- Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs)

Experience working with restrictive practices and complex behaviours will be highly regarded. You must also be willing to assist with personal care.

Qualifications

- Certificate III in Disability Support (minimum)
- Higher qualifications (Certificate IV, Diploma, or equivalent) will be highly regarded, particularly for Team Leader roles

Essential Requirements

You must have, or be willing to obtain:
- Working With Children Check

- National Police Check

- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Current Australian driver’s licence and reliable vehicle

Availability across a variety of shifts is required:
- Day shifts
- Evening shifts
- Overnight or sleepover shifts

Desirable (Highly Regarded)

- Experience supporting complex needs or challenging behaviours
- Experience supporting participants with mental health conditions
- Understanding of behaviour support frameworks

What We Offer

- Ongoing training and professional development
- Supportive leadership and team environment
- Consistent rosters
- Flexible work arrangements
- Monthly RDOs, equating to an additional 12 days of leave annually
- Employee recognition programs
- Clear career progression pathways

Equality Disability & Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. APPLY NOW to find out more.

📌 Disability Support Workers (Community Access & SIL) (Wollongong)
🏢 Equality Disability u0026 Health Care Services
📍 Wollongong