NDIS Support Worker

Looking for a meaningful role in Whyalla? Join UnitingSA and empower lives through community support.

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? As an NDIS Support Worker based in Whyalla, you’ll support individuals to live independently and pursue their personal and employment goals. Whether it’s helping someone engage with their community, find a job, or build confidence, you’ll be creating real change every single day.

About the Role

As an NDIS Support Worker, you'll play a vital part in helping participants in Whyalla achieve their goals and stay connected to the community. Whether it's providing one-on-one support or encouraging social and economic participation, your work will make a tangible difference in the lives of others.

What You’ll Be Doing

- Supporting individuals with daily living activities, inline with their NDIS plans.

- Encouraging community participation and work‑place readiness.

- Providing person‑centred support that honours individual goals and preferences.

- Collaborating with families, carers, and professionals for holistic care.

- Promoting inclusion, cultural awareness, and high ethical standards.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone warm, empathetic, and reliable, someone who understands the unique strengths and challenges of regional communities like Whyalla. You’ll thrive in this role if you:

- Hold a Certificate III in Community Services, Disability Support, Peer Work or similar (or have equivalent lived/professional experience).

- Have a current SA driver’s licence.

- Hold a DHS Working with Children Check and an NDIS Worker Screening Check.

- Bring experience in community support or one-on-one client care, particularly in regional or remote settings.

- Communicate effectively and build trust with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

- Understand the NDIS and have knowledge of disability and/or mental health supports.

Why Join Us in Whyalla?

- Salary packaging benefits – Increase your take‑home pay with up to $15,900 tax‑free income and an extra $2,650 for meals and entertainment.

- Work‑life balance – Paid parental leave and 17.5% annual leave loading.

- Ongoing development – Access training, mentoring and internal career opportunities.

- Wellbeing support – Our Employee Assistance Program is here when you need it.

- Staff discounts – Save on health insurance and novated leasing.

Why UnitingSA?

With over 100 years of service across South Australia, UnitingSA is proud to support individuals in Whyalla and surrounding areas. As a registered NDIS provider, we work side‑by‑side with participants to create personalised plans and provide the support needed to thrive. We believe that when our team thrives, so do the people we serve, and we’re committed to investing in our staff and regional communities.

Interested?

If you would like to learn more about this role, please contact Naomi Ellis, NDIS Team Leader, on 0477 391 449 for a confidential discussion.

We welcome applications from all community members, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with all abilities and diversities.

You don’t have to meet every criterion to apply. If you’re passionate and committed, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your application by Friday, 5th December 2025. If you need support with your application, please contact our Talent & Acquisition team on 08 8440 2120.

Please note: UnitingSA may close this advert earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Our application process is mobile‑friendly for your convenience.

Join us to empower lives in Whyalla, apply now with UnitingSA.

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