Disability Support Worker – Casual

Southern Downs Disability Support (SDDS)
Location: Warwick & Surrounding Areas, QLD
Employment Type: Casual

Make a Difference Every Day – Join Our Team!

Are you a compassionate, reliable and motivated individual who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others?

Southern Downs Disability Support (SDDS) is looking for dedicated and enthusiastic Casual Disability Support Workers to join our growing team!

At SDDS, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and meaningful life, with the independence, dignity and choice to achieve their personal goals.

We are seeking individuals who share our passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred support and are committed to making a genuine difference within our local community.

About the Role

As a Disability Support Worker at SDDS, you will play an important role in supporting participants to build independence, achieve their goals and actively engage in their communities.

You will provide individualised support in participants' homes and community settings, assisting with everyday activities, personal care, social engagement and community participation.

No two days are the same! This is a rewarding opportunity to build meaningful professional relationships, encourage personal growth and positively contribute to the lives of the people you support.

Key Responsibilities

As part of our team, you will be responsible for:

- Delivering high-quality, person-centred support in accordance with individual support plans, goals and preferences.

- Assisting participants with personal care, meal preparation, household responsibilities and daily living activities.

- Supporting participants to attend appointments, access community services and participate in social and recreational activities.

- Promoting independence, dignity, choice and control in all aspects of support.

- Building respectful, positive and professional relationships with participants, families and colleagues.

- Completing accurate and timely progress notes, documentation and incident reports.

- Identifying, responding to and reporting concerns relating to participant safety, wellbeing and support needs.

- Following organisational policies, procedures, professional boundaries and NDIS Practice Standards.

About You

We are looking for individuals who are dependable, adaptable and genuinely committed to providing exceptional support.

You will bring a positive attitude,



strong communication skills and a willingness to work collaboratively while recognising and respecting the individual needs of each participant.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need:

- Qualifications: Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or an equivalent qualification is desirable. Applicants who do not currently hold this qualification must be willing to undertake and complete the required studies.

- Experience: A minimum of 12 months' experience in disability support or a similar role.

- NDIS Screening: Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card).

- Working with Children: Current Blue Card.

- Transport: Current driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

- First Aid: Current First Aid and CPR certificates.

- Communication: Strong interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills.

- Teamwork: Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a supportive team environment.

- Availability: Flexibility to work a variety of casual shifts, including weekends when required.

- Professionalism: A strong work ethic, reliability, punctuality and commitment to maintaining professional standards.

Above all, we value individuals who demonstrate compassion, initiative, respect and a genuine commitment to empowering others.

About Southern Downs Disability Support

Southern Downs Disability Support is a locally focused disability support provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate and person-centred services to individuals living with disability.

We believe that every individual is unique, and our approach focuses on recognising their strengths, respecting their choices and supporting them to achieve their personal goals.

Our commitment extends beyond the participants we support. We strive to create a positive and inclusive workplace where employees feel respected, supported and valued for the important work they do.

At SDDS, Your Voice Matters, and our values of Respect, Safety, Quality, Integrity and Teamwork guide everything we do.

Why Join SDDS?

We recognise that our support workers are at the heart of the services we provide. When you join SDDS,



you become part of a team that is passionate about making a difference and supporting one another to succeed.

What we offer:

- Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside a friendly, approachable and dedicated team that values collaboration and mutual respect.

- Ongoing Career development: Opportunities to expand your knowledge, develop your skills and grow within the disability support industry.

- Meaningful and Rewarding Work: Make a genuine difference by supporting participants to build confidence, independence and achieve their goals.

- Positive Workplace Culture: Be part of an organisation that values its employees and promotes respect, safety, quality, integrity and teamwork.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are passionate about empowering others, take pride in delivering quality support and are looking for a rewarding opportunity within a supportive team, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today and take the next step in your disability support career with Southern Downs Disability Support!

Southern Downs Disability Support is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful environment for all participants and employees.

Selection Criteria

As part of your application, please address the following selection criteria. We encourage you to provide practical examples from your previous experience wherever possible.

1. Person-Centred Support

What does person-centred support mean to you? How would you ensure your approach reflects each participant's individual needs, goals, preferences and personality?

2. Choice, Control and Independence

How would you encourage a participant to make their own decisions and maintain choice and control over their daily activities while supporting them to develop greater independence?

3. Professionalism and Reliability

What do you consider essential when it comes to personal presentation, communication, punctuality, reliability and professional conduct as a Disability Support Worker?

4. Safety and Risk Management

How would you identify potential risks to a participant's safety or wellbeing during a support shift? What actions would you take if you identified a concern?

5. Dignity, Privacy and Professional Boundaries

How would you ensure that a participant's dignity, privacy, personal boundaries and individual rights are respected while providing personal care or daily living support?

We look forward to receiving your application and learning how you can contribute to the SDDS team!

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