Support Worker - Muswellbrook Accommodation Services - Part Time

Part-time Permanent Entry to Intermediate

Description

About the Role:

We’re looking for compassionate and skilledSupport Workersto join our Accommodation Services team. You’ll assist clients with high support needs, including those using wheelchairs and requiring medical support, helping them live with dignity and independence.

The role involves personal care, daily living support, and promoting autonomy within shared living environments.

- SCHAD’s Award Level 2Pay rates from$36.22 – $39.53 (base rate)
- Salary Packaging: Not-for-profit salary packaging available, including $15,900 tax-free + $2,650 meal and entertainment advantages per FBT year. (if eligible)
- Flexible roster with shift work, weekends, public holidays & sleepovers
- Option to purchase extra annual leave (if eligible)
- Fitness Passport access for you & family (eligibility criteria applies)
- Ongoing training & professional development
- Safety and Wellbeing support via Sonder

Duties:

- Provide personal care and daily living support
- Assist with manual handling and use of aids
- Support clients with complex needs and medical requirements
- Foster independence and inclusion in shared living environments
- Build positive relationships with clients and families
- Manage challenging situations with empathy and professionalism

Skills and Experience:

- Experience supporting high-needs disability clients
- Confidence in manual handling and use of aids
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills




- Flexibility for varied shifts and rostered work
- Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word & Outlook)
- Current Driver’s Licence, Working With Children Check, NSW NDIS Worker Screening Check, and National Police Check
- Access to a personal vehicle for work use, if required
- Certificate III or IV in Disability Support (or equivalent)
- Knowledge of NDIA processes

About Us:

Since 1958, Challenge Community Services has been supporting people, strengthening communities and creating opportunities across regional New South Wales and South East Queensland.

We provide disability services, foster care, allied health and social enterprise opportunities that empower people to live their best lives.

Our work is driven by a simple belief: everyone deserves the opportunity to belong, grow and thrive. Every role at Challenge Community Services contributes to making a meaningful difference in the lives of the people and communities we support.

Confidential enquiries can be made by contacting Alice Ikart via email - [email protected]

Company Overview

At Challenge Community Services, we're committed to creating opportunities, strengthening communities and supporting people to live their best lives across regional New South Wales and South East Queensland. Through disability services, foster care, allied health and social enterprise, we help individuals and families achieve meaningful outcomes. Our culture is built on genuine care, mutual respect and a shared belief that working together creates lasting impact.

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