Support Worker Senior

4 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Northcott Full time
  • Permanent part time Support Worker Senior role available in Darra, South Brisbane.
  • Northcott have a fantastic employees benefits program including salary packaging and discounted gym membership.
  • In our annual employee survey, 90% of staff agreed that they enjoy the kind of work they do.
About the Role:

This is a Senior Support Worker position, based in Darra, QLD. The role aims to support the Coordinator with the day to day operation of the Everyday Life skills and Skills 4 Life programs and to assist with coordination and supervision of activities within this setting. You will be required to work autonomously, driving the growth of this program, as well as playing an important role within the team.

Key components of the role include but are not limited to:
  • Problem Solving & Decision Making - Defines extent of problem areas and develops solutions.
  • Communication - Listens effectively, conveys and receives ideas, information and direction
  • Ethical Behaviour - Ensures their dealings with all others are non-discriminatory, respectful, consistent, timely and equitable.
  • Safety - Has a strong understanding of WHS principles and applies these in the workplace.
What we are looking for from you:
  • Demonstrated experience working with people with disability, assisting them to achieve outcomes.
  • Ability to establish effective and professional working relationships with customers and their families/carers/support network
  • Experience in using initiative, working both autonomously and as part of a team
  • Highly developed communication, problem solving and organisational skills
  • Ability to engage and build relationships with external stakeholders
  • Commitment to a person-centred work ethic
  • Flexibility and presence of mind to deal with change under pressure.
Essential Criteria for the role:
  • Experience working with people with disability, assisting them to achieve their goals and outcomes.
  • Experience in using initiative, working both autonomously and as part of a team.
  • Engaging and approachable personality.
  • Current First Aid & CPR Certificate.
  • Current Blue Card.
  • Current Driver's Licence.
  • Current NDIS Worker Check.
  • Knowledge of the NSW Disability Standards.
  • Knowledge of WHS principles including safe manual handling procedures.
Why work for us?
  • We are a leading disability service provider in NSW, ACT & QLD, providing services and support for people with disability, their families, and carers. We have more than 90 years of experience and expertise in the disability service industry.
  • Increase your take home pay and save on taxes with salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually.
  • Northcott offers employee benefits including Perkbox, discounted health insurance, gym membership, motor service offers and more
  • A family friendly workplace is offered, and support provided for staff to manage their home and work lives effectively.
  • Learning and career advancement opportunities and you will have your contributions valued.

Before applying for a role at Northcott, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story

When applying internally, Northcott employees are required to notify their manager and should be aware that their Manager may be asked to endorse their application.

Northcott will review candidates throughout the recruitment process, likely before the close date and you will be advised of an outcome. For general enquiries about the role you are applying for, please email .

Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Northcott actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process and throughout employment. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected and supported to progress. Northcott welcomes applications from and ensures no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, culture, LGBTIQ+ identity, disability, gender, age, religion or caring responsibilities. If you require an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, if you have a preferred contact method or require any information provided in an alternative format, please contact Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at .

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