Alya is looking for experienced, mature, compassionate and reliable Casual Female Disability Support Workers across North Brisbane and surrounding areas to support participants living with a range of physical, intellectual and psychosocial disabilities, including those with complex support needs.
We're seeking confident, friendly and dedicated individuals who are passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred care, building meaningful connections and empowering participants to live independently. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's everyday lives while supporting their wellbeing, independence and community participation.
About the role
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing individualised, person-centred support to participants with physical, intellectual and psychosocial disabilities.
- Assisting with daily living activities, including personal care, grooming, dressing, meal preparation and household tasks.
- Supporting participants with mobility, transfers, manual handling and the use of assistive equipment, in accordance with individual care plans and training.
- Encouraging independence, confidence and the development of everyday living skills.
- Supporting participants to attend appointments, social activities, recreational outings and community events.
- Building positive, trusting relationships through empathy, patience and consistent communication.
- Providing emotional support, encouragement and assistance with maintaining healthy routines and overall wellbeing.
- Recognising changes in a participant's physical health, behaviour or emotional wellbeing and responding appropriately.
- Following individual support plans, maintaining professional boundaries and completing accurate shift notes and handovers.
About you
You will bring:
- Demonstrated experience supporting individuals with physical, intellectual or psychosocial disabilities, or complex care needs.
- Confidence assisting with personal care,
mobility support and manual handling, or a willingness to undertake additional training.
- An understanding of person-centred care, dignity, independence and participant choice and control.
- Experience supporting participants with varying levels of independence and support requirements.
- A calm, compassionate and patient approach, with the confidence to navigate challenging situations.
- Solid interpersonal skills and the ability to build genuine, supportive relationships with participants and their families.
- Reliability, flexibility and the ability to work independently while following individual care plans.
- A positive, proactive attitude and a genuine passion for helping others live fulfilling and independent lives.
Qualifications and checks
Applicants should hold, or be able to obtain before commencing:
- Relevant qualifications in Disability Support, Individual Support, Community Services, Mental Health or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
- NDIS Worker Screening clearance.
- Working with Children clearance (QLD Blue Card).
- A current driver's licence and access to a reliable, insured vehicle where transport is required.
- Additional training or experience in manual handling, high-intensity personal care, Positive Behaviour Support or complex disability support will be highly regarded.
We're particularly interested in experienced Female Support Workers who are confident assisting with personal care, physical disabilities and complex support needs, while bringing a warm, encouraging and adaptable approach to every shift.
At Alya, we believe great support goes beyond everyday care. It's about building genuine connections, celebrating individual achievements and helping participants live life on their own terms.
If you're passionate about supporting others, building meaningful relationships and making a positive difference, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and become part of the Alya team!
Pay: $39.70 per hour
Work Location: In person
📌 Female Disability Support Workers | North Brisbane
🏢 Alya
📍 Brisbane