Casual Support Worker

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Posted: 16/10/2025

Closing Date: 30/10/2025

Job Type: Casual

Location: Northern Metro

Job Category: Community Services and Development

About Novita

Novita nurtures ambition of every size and shape, for a career that grows with you, in a team that supports you.

Novita is South Australia’s most established provider of therapy, assistive technology, community programs and community living services for people with disabilities and we’re evolving every day.

Novita brings you the benefits of structure along with the freedom to grow within an environment that’s big, but personal. We equip you with the tools to thrive as the whole person you are, embracing whatever makes you tick, so you can reach your true potential. Our leaders remain by your side, respectful of your autonomy, because they care about you accomplishing your professional goals. And the sheer variety of Novita’s offerings means opportunities to take your career where you want it to go.

Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best, so you can support others to achieve theirs.

Job Description

About You

You are a compassionate and skilled professional with demonstrated experience supporting people with disability. You bring strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to person-centred care. You understand the importance of dignity, independence, and inclusion, and you’re confident in delivering high-quality support across a range of environments.

About the Role

We have multiple Casual positions available, in our supported independent living accommodation, located across the North Eastern suburbs. A wide range of shifts are available, including weekdays, weekends, overnight shifts and 24/7 rosters.

As a Support Worker, you will be working with our clients to promote independence, skill development and community engagement through a person-centered approach. You’ll be:

- Delivering tailored support to individuals with low to high-level needs, based on training and program outcomes

- Assisting with daily living activities such as personal care, medication, cooking, cleaning, appointments, and recreational outings

- Promoting community inclusion and helping clients build meaningful relationships and interests

- Monitoring and supporting individual program plans and report outcomes

- Safely assisting with mobility and physical support needs

Desired Skills and Experience

Knowledge, skills and experience

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring a strong foundation of practical experience, relevant qualifications, and a genuine commitment to supporting people living with disability.

- Minimum Certificate III in Disability or equivalent

- Current First Aid Certificate with CPR

- NDIS Worker Screening Check

- Willingness to complete all mandatory training requirements

- Experience supporting clients of all ages in varied settings

- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Knowledge of National Disability Standards and safeguarding practices

- Confidence using Microsoft Office and maintaining accurate records

- Familiarity with behaviour support strategies and health needs

We’re serious about safeguarding our clients. If you don’t have a current NDIS Worker Check and SA Working with Children Check, we’ll let you know how to obtain these prior to starting work with us.

At Novita, you’ll be part of a passionate team making a real difference in the lives of people with disability. We offer a supportive environment, diverse programs, and genuine opportunities for career growth.

- Variety of shifts to suit your lifestyle

- Start casual and grow your career with potential opportunities for permanent work and long-term career development

- Supportive team culture with a strong values-driven approach

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

- Hourly rate paid in accordance with the SCHADS Award and 12% superannuation

- Shift variation and flexibility

- Mandatory training and professional development provided

- Further maximise your take home pay with additional salary packaging benefits

Apply Now

For a confidential conversation before applying, contact Rahul Singh onrahul.singh@novita.org.au

We are looking to undertake interviews as applications are submitted. So, don’t delay if you are wanting to join our team

Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply.

Potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks prior to confirmation of employment.

Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best so you can support others to achieve theirs.

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