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Kirinari , we deliver person-centered, therapeutic supports that empower people with disability to live the life they choose.

We're seeking experienced

Disability Support Workers

who are passionate about building meaningful relationships, supporting independence, and helping participants achieve their goals.

Why This Role Is Different You won't simply be completing tasks.

You'll be part of a therapeutic support model that focuses on:

Build Confidence and independence

Develop practical life skills

Strengthen Social Connections and Relationships

Exercise Choice, control and Self-determination

Achieve meaningful personal Goals

Live with dignity, respect and purpose

Every interaction is an opportunity to build capability, encourage growth, and create positive outcomes that matter.

About the Role Using person-centered, strengths-based and trauma-informed approach you will:

Support participants to develop independence and daily living skills

Implement Positive Behaviour Support strategies

Promote choice, dignity and individual decision-making

Facilitate meaningful community participation and social inclusion

Support participants to work towards their individual goals and aspirations

Maintain accurate documentation and progress records

Success in this role is measured by the positive impact you make in someone's life, not simply the tasks you complete.

About You You are someone who believes people are capable, not limited

You understand the quality support is about listening, encouraging, empowering and creating opportunities for people to thrive.

You'll bring:





A Genuine Passion for supporting others

Strong communications and relationship-building skills

Emotional Resilience and professionalism

A commitment to person-centered practice

A positive and solution-focused approach

An understanding of participant rights, dignity and inclusion

Essential Requirements

Availability throughout December 2026 and January 2027

Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance

Current Driver Licence

Australian working rights

Learn and Grow While Making an Impact

Grow professionally. Make a meaningful difference

Regular coaching and reflective practice

Build your career while changing lives

Positive Behaviour Support training

Trauma-informed practice development

Therapeutic support skill-building

Adaptable rosters with genuine work-life balance

Belong at Kirinari We celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

If you're passionate about supporting independence, creating opportunities, and improving lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications close Wednesday 9th December 2026 at 5:00pm. Due the high volume of applications, interviews may commence prior to closure.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Kirinari embrace Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) that promotes a diverse workforce and encourage applications from First Nations & Torres Strait Islander Peoples and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. People of all ages and abilities including people with lived experience or knowledge of disability are also encouraged to consider a career with us.

📌 Disability Support Worker (Newcastle)
🏢 Kirinari Community Services
📍 Newcastle