Disability Support Worker – Adelaide CBD/ North-East/ Northern Suburbs- All genders

About Us

Northern Disability Services (SA) is a family owned and registered NDIS provider committed to empowering individuals with disabilities to live meaningful and fulfilling lives. We pride ourselves on delivering person-centred support through genuine care, flexibility, and solid community connections. At NDSSA, we believe in creating homes, not just houses, and offering our participants true choice and control.

Our experienced and passionate team works across Supported Independent Living (SIL) homes and community programs to support participants with diverse and often complex needs. We are currently seeking compassionate, reliable, and dedicated Disability Support Workers to join our growing team in Northern Adelaide, including areas such as Salisbury, Munno Para, Parafield Gardens, and surrounding suburbs.

If you’re committed to making a real difference and want to be part of a service that values dignity, respect, and continuous improvement — we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

- Full-time positions
- A close-knit and supportive team with a family-oriented culture
- Ongoing training, development, and supervision opportunities
- Career progression pathways within a growing organisation
- A chance to be part of a purpose-driven organisation where your voice matters

About the Role As a Disability Support Worker, you will provide individualised care and support that promotes independence, well-being, and active community participation. You will support participants with:
- Personal care, health and hygiene
- Medication administration
- Daily living tasks such as meal preparation, domestic duties, and transport
- Emotional and behavioural support in line with Positive Behaviour Support Plans
- Social and recreational activities in the community





This position reports directly to the Client Service Manager, and you will be responsible for contributing to the delivery of high-quality, participant-focused supports in line with NDIS requirements. You will be expected to work across a rotating roster, including:
- Morning shifts
- Afternoon shifts
- Active/Passive night shifts
- Weekend and short shifts

About You You are compassionate, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality care. You thrive in a team environment and are confident in supporting people with complex needs.

Essential Criteria

- Certificate III or IV in Disability, Mental Health, or relevant equivalent
- Mimimum 1 Year of relevant experience
- Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
- Valid Driver’s Licence
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Manual Handling and Medication Administration training
- Experience in implementing Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is desirable
- Experience with using Brevity App.
- Additional training (PEG, bowel care, diabetes support) is highly regarded
- Competency in using Microsoft Word, Outlook, and electronic record systems

Key Qualities We Value
- A person-centred, strengths-based mindset
- Excellent communication and active listening skills
- Strong problem-solving and initiative
- Respect for participant autonomy, cultural diversity, and individual choice
- Commitment to Work Health & Safety, Disability Standards, and NDIS Quality & Safeguards

How to Apply Please include a cover letter with your application addressing the above criteria and telling us why you’d be a great fit for the NDSSA team.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with a disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Your lived experience is valued and respected.

Join us and be a part of something meaningful. Help shape a better future—one life at a time.

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