Support Worker (City of Gold Coast)

Support Worker (City of Gold Coast)

07 Nov
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Endeavour
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City of Gold Coast

07 Nov

Endeavour

City of Gold Coast

We have a permanent position available within our Learning & Lifestyle and Community Access services based in Mermaid Waters, offering a stable 45 hour per fortnight contract consisting primarily of day supports.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys facilitating activities, building connections and helping people participate in meaningful learning, recreation and community-based programs. With most shifts occurring during the day, you'll enjoy a strong work-life balance while making a genuine difference in the lives of people with disability.

Make an Impact at Endeavour Foundation

Working across our Learning & Lifestyle Centre and Community Access programs, you will support people with disability to build independence, develop life skills and achieve their NDIS goals through engaging centre-based and community-based activities.

A key focus of this role is facilitating meaningful programs, recreational activities, skill-building opportunities and community participation experiences that promote confidence, social inclusion and personal growth. No two days are the same. One day you may be supporting participants with cooking and budgeting skills, while the next may involve facilitating community outings, health and wellbeing activities, arts and crafts, social events or recreational programs.

You will be supporting individuals with varying support needs, including participants with complex behaviours and those who benefit from trauma-informed approaches. As part of a passionate and high-performing team,



you will help create positive outcomes and meaningful experiences for the people we support.

Key Responsibilities

- Facilitate engaging group and individual programs aligned to participant goals and interests.
- Plan and deliver activities that encourage learning, independence and community participation.
- Support participants to achieve their individual NDIS goals and aspirations.
- Assist with daily living skills, personal development and capacity building.
- Provide personal care in a respectful, safe and dignified manner when required.
- Support participants to build confidence, independence and social connections.
- Facilitate community access activities, appointments and recreational programs.
- Adapt activities and support strategies to suit individual needs and abilities.
- Safely transport participants to activities, appointments and community-based supports, including driving a HiAce van.
- Complete documentation and reporting in line with organisational requirements.
- Work collaboratively within a professional and supportive team environment.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate is a compassionate, resilient and motivated Support Worker who is passionate about empowering people with disability to live fulfilling and meaningful lives.





You will have experience supporting individuals with complex support needs and behaviours of concern, alongside a robust understanding of trauma-informed practices. You are confident building positive relationships, adapting your support approach to individual needs, and responding calmly and professionally in challenging situations.

You enjoy facilitating activities and programs that engage participants, encourage skill development and promote social inclusion. Whether supporting a group-based learning activity, community outing or individual goal-focused program, you can adapt your approach to create positive and meaningful experiences.

You will thrive in a high-performing team environment where collaboration, accountability and quality support are valued. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering inclusive, person-centred support that respects the dignity, choices and individuality of every person.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Has:

- Experience supporting people with disability and/or complex support needs.
- Demonstrated experience applying trauma-informed support practices.
- Experience supporting individuals with behaviours of concern.
- Experience facilitating group activities, day programs, community access programs or recreational activities.
- Confidence driving a Toyota HiAce or similar passenger vehicle.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a high-performing team environmen

📌 Support Worker (City of Gold Coast)
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