Disability Support Worker

**Flexible, Rewarding Casual Work for Uni Students**

Are you a uni student looking for meaningful, flexible work that fits around your study schedule? The SIL Company is a growing NDIS service provider committed to high-quality support for people with complex psychosocial needs—and we’re looking for compassionate, reliable people to join our team for **casual sleepover shifts**.

This is a great opportunity for students studying **psychology, social work, nursing, allied health, or community services** to gain real-world experience while making a genuine difference in people's lives.

**Join Our Team - Disability Support Worker (Sleepover Shifts)**

The SIL Company is a dynamic and growing NDIS service provider, committed to delivering exceptional care to participants with complex needs. We’re looking for compassionate, dedicated, and proactive Disability Support Workers to join our passionate team—specifically for sleepover shifts—providing psychosocial support to people living with psychosocial disability and/or complex needs.

As part of our team, you’ll play a key role in empowering people to live more independently and enhance their well-being. If you have a heart for helping others and the skills to support people living with a psychosocial disability, this is a great opportunity to make a real difference—while supporting participants overnight in a calm, supportive environment.

**About the Role**:
As a Disability Support Worker for people living with psychosocial disability, you will:

- Provide overnight (sleepover) support to NDIS participants with complex psychosocial and behavioral support needs, ensuring a safe and reassuring presence throughout the night
- Support participants in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) environment, fostering personal growth and promoting independence
- Provide assistance as needed during the night, including personal care, emotional reassurance, or responding to incidents in line with individual support plans
- Ensure a smooth handover between day and night staff, and document any significant observations or events during the shift
- Build strong, respectful relationships with participants, ensuring their dignity and safety at all times

**Key Responsibilities Include**:

- Overnight monitoring and low-demand support
- Personal care or assistance if needed during the night
- Light domestic duties as required (before or after sleepover period)
- Accurate documentation and reporting
- Maintaining a calm, safe, and reassuring environment

**What We’re Looking For**:

- Experience supporting individuals with psychosocial disability, mental health, behavioral, or complex needs
- A compassionate and calm presence—especially important during overnight shifts
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Current Driver’s License and reliable, insured vehicle (preferred)
- Ability to work independently and follow overnight procedures
- Understanding of safe work practices and emergency response protocols

**Why Join The SIL Company?**

We’re a passionate team committed to meaningful care. As a part of The SIL Company, you’ll benefit from:

- A supportive team environment with ongoing training and development
- Rewarding work that truly impacts lives
- Flexible sleepover shift options to fit your schedule
- Competitive pay and opportunities for career progression

If you’re passionate about supporting others and can provide calm, reliable overnight care, we’d love to hear from you.

**Job Type**: Casual
**Pay**: Up to $38.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance
- Travel reimbursement

**Schedule**:

- 8-10 hour shifts
- Afternoon, evening, night
- Weekend and public holiday availability

**Supplementary Pay**:

- Penalty rates

**Application Question(s)**:

- Do you have a valid NDIS Worker Orientation Module?

**Education**: Certificate I - IV (preferred)
**Licence/Certification**:

- First Aid Certification (required)
- Working with Children Check (required)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (required)
- Driver Licence (required)

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: Up to $38.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance
- Travel reimbursement

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Public holidays
- Shift work
- Weekend availability

Supplementary Pay:

- Penalty rates

Application Question(s):

- Do you have a valid NDIS Worker Orientation Module?

**Education**:

- Certificate I - IV (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (required)
- Working with Children Check (required)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (required)
- Driver Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 09/05/2025