Disability Support Worker (SIL & Community) | Coffs Harbour NSW

Disability Support Worker (SIL & Community) | Coffs Harbour NSW

06 Nov
|
SCL Support Services
|
Coffs Harbour

06 Nov

SCL Support Services

Coffs Harbour

Make a Difference. Build Your Skills. Grow Your Career.

Immediate Start | Multiple Positions Available | Flexible Shifts Available

$45.28 per hour Casual (SCHADS Award Level 2.1) + Penalty Rates + Allowances

At SCL Support Services, we're more than a disability support provider. We're a local, family-run organisation dedicated to empowering people with disability to live meaningful, independent and fulfilling lives.

As a Registered NDIS Provider, we proudly support people throughout our local community with high-quality, person-centred services. Our focus is simple:

Empowering Abilities. Embracing Possibilities.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for compassionate, reliable and motivated Disability Support Workers to join our team in Coffs Harbour.

If you're passionate about helping people achieve their goals, enjoy building meaningful relationships, and want to be part of a supportive organisation that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Disability Support Worker, you'll provide support within Supported Independent Living (SIL) environments and the broader community, helping participants build skills, increase independence and achieve meaningful outcomes.

No two days are the same. You'll be part of a team that empowers people to live the life they choose while creating positive outcomes every day.

Your responsibilities may include

- Supporting participants with personal care and daily living activities

- Assisting with medication administration within scope of practice and training

- Supporting participants with mental health and psychosocial disability needs

- Implementing Positive Behaviour Support Plans

- Supporting participants with diabetes management and other health-related supports

- Assisting with bowel care and other specialised supports as trained

- Supporting community access,



social participation and recreational activities

- Transporting participants to appointments and activities

- Encouraging choice, independence, dignity and skill development

- Completing accurate progress notes and documentation

- Building positive relationships with participants, families and professionals

Why Join SCL Support Services?

At SCL, we believe great support starts with great people. That's why we invest in our team, creating an environment where staff feel valued, supported and empowered to build rewarding careers while making a real difference every day.

What We Offer

- Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development

- Career progression pathways into Senior Support Worker and Leadership roles

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Gym affiliation and wellbeing benefits

- Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle

- Supportive and approachable management team

- Positive and inclusive team culture

- Opportunities to develop skills in complex support environments

- Meaningful work where you can make a genuine difference every day
- The chance to work for a respected local provider supporting our local community

Experience We Value

We are particularly interested in applicants with experience supporting people with:

- Mental health conditions and psychosocial disability

- Positive Behaviour Support and managing behaviours of concern

- Diabetes management, bowel care and complex health supports

- Personal care and mobility supports





- Supported Independent Living (SIL) environments

- Community participation and social inclusion

About You

You will

- Have experience working in disability support, community services or similar support roles

- Demonstrate a person-centred and strengths-based approach

- Have strong communication and relationship-building skills

- Be reliable, consistent and confident working independently

- Understand the importance of participant choice, dignity and rights

- Be calm and professional when responding to challenging situations

- Show initiative and the ability to think on your feet

- Be committed to safeguarding and participant wellbeing

- Enjoy working as part of a supportive team

- Be available to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, sleepovers and public holidays as required

Essential Requirements

- Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability, Community Services or equivalent (or willingness to obtain)

- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check

- Current Working With Children Check

- Current First Aid and CPR Certificate

- Current Australian Driver Licence

- Reliable registered vehicle

- Comprehensive motor vehicle insurance

- NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You

- NDIS Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals Training (or willingness to obtain)

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Working rights in Australia

Apply Now

Ready to join a supportive team where you can make a real difference while building a rewarding career?

Click Apply and submit your resume today.

For a confidential discussion about the role, contact SCL Support Services on 0481 213 ***.

Applications will be assessed as received, so don't wait. Apply now and start making a difference in your local community.

📌 Disability Support Worker (SIL & Community) | Coffs Harbour NSW
🏢 SCL Support Services
📍 Coffs Harbour

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