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Join the Jump-In Support Team!

Jump-In Support is a family-owned and operated disability support provider based in Gawler South, South Australia. We are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred support that empowers people living with disability to build independence, achieve their goals and enjoy meaningful lives.

As our services continue to grow, we're looking for experienced, compassionate and reliable Disability Support Workers to join our team.

We're seeking people who genuinely care about making a difference, bring a positive attitude to their work and are committed to providing safe, respectful and individualised support.

About the Role

As a Disability Support Worker at Jump-In, you'll provide practical, hands-on support to participants with a diverse range of needs, including individuals requiring complex personal care, high-intensity supports and positive behaviour support.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Providing person-centred support that promotes independence, choice and community participation.

- Assisting participants with daily living activities, including personal care, dressing, toileting, meals and mobility.

- Supporting participants with complex physical and health needs, including PEG feeding and other high-intensity supports where appropriately trained and competent.

- Using positive behaviour support strategies to promote wellbeing, engagement and skill development.

- Assisting with mobility and transfers using equipment such as hoists, wheelchairs and other mobility aids.

- Supporting participants to access community activities, appointments and social opportunities.

- Assisting with household tasks, including meal preparation, cleaning and laundry.

- Maintaining accurate participant records, progress notes and relevant documentation.

- Working collaboratively with participants, families, colleagues and other professionals to deliver consistent, high-quality support.





About You

We're looking for people who are dependable, adaptable and genuinely passionate about supporting people living with disability.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including confident spoken and written English.

- A compassionate, patient and respectful approach to supporting others.

- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Experience supporting participants with complex care needs and behaviours of concern.

- Confidence in providing personal care and using mobility equipment.

- A proactive attitude, sound judgement and a willingness to learn.

- Reliability and flexibility to work across a 24/7 roster.

Experience supporting participants with high-intensity needs, including PEG feeding, is highly regarded. However, additional training can be provided to suitable applicants.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this position, applicants must have:

- Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or a relevant equivalent qualification.

- A minimum of 1–2 years' relevant disability support experience.

- A current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or ability to obtain).

- A current Working with Children Check.

- Current First Aid and CPR certification.

- A minimum P2 driver's licence.

- A reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle and willingness to transport participants when required, with applicable expenses reimbursed.

- Manual handling training and competency, or willingness to complete required training prior to commencement.





Highly Desirable:

- Experience with PEG feeding and medication administration.

- Experience supporting participants with complex physical disabilities and high-intensity care needs.

- Training or experience in positive behaviour support.

- Auslan skills, Management of Actual or Potential Aggression (MAPA/MAOA) or similar specialist training.

- Experience using hoists, wheelchair-accessible vehicles and mobility equipment.

Availability Requirements

Jump-In operates across a 24-hour, 7-day roster, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, public holidays and overnight sleepover shifts.

We are particularly interested in applicants who can offer:

- Evening and weekend availability.

- Overnight sleepover availability.

- Flexibility to accept additional shifts, including at short notice.

Current vacancies are predominantly evening, weekend and overnight shifts, so availability during these times will be highly regarded.

Why Work With Jump-In?

At Jump-In, we value our team and recognise the important role our support workers play in the lives of our participants.

We offer:

- A friendly, supportive and family-oriented workplace.

- Ongoing training, career development and opportunities to build specialist skills.

- Support for employees undertaking further education and qualifications.

- Opportunities to work with a diverse range of participants and develop valuable experience.

- A workplace that values teamwork, respect, inclusion and quality support.

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're an experienced Disability Support Worker looking for a rewarding role with a growing, locally owned organisation, we'd love to hear from you!

Jump-In Support is committed to providing a secure, inclusive and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds who share our commitment to delivering quality disability support.

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