Active Living

**About Us**

Adventure Ability Services is a leading **NDIS-registered provider** specialising in outdoor, activity-based programs for people with disabilities across Queensland.
Our mission is to create opportunities for individuals to participate in **sport, recreation, and adventure-based activities** that build confidence, independence, and community connection.

We collaborate closely with **physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, doctors, and other allied-health professionals** to design programs that improve functional outcomes, enhance physical and mental wellbeing, and empower participants to live more independent and fulfilling lives.

Our values focus on **inclusion, empowerment, and safety** — and our multidisciplinary team works together to ensure every participant receives high-quality, person-centred support across the **Moreton Bay and Brisbane regions**.

**Role Overview**

The **Active Living & Community Engagement Officer** plays a key role in program development, coaching, and participant support. This position combines hands-on disability support, fitness and recreation leadership, and mentoring of other team members.

You’ll plan, coordinate, and deliver outdoor, fitness, and community programs that promote independence, health, and participation — working closely with allied-health professionals and support teams to achieve each participant’s NDIS goals.

**What We’re Looking For**
- **1-2 years’ experience** in disability services, community engagement, or recreation programming.
- Experience working alongside allied-health professionals.
- Knowledge of the NDIS and person-centred support frameworks.
- A background in fitness, sport, or personal training.
- Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills.

**Key Responsibilities**
- **Program Design & Delivery**_
- Develop and facilitate physical-activity, sport, and recreation programs tailored to participant goals.
- Collaborate with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and doctors to support clinical recommendations.
- Plan group sessions, outdoor programs, and social events that build confidence and community inclusion.
- **Participant Support & Daily Living**_
- Provide day-to-day assistance to participants in line with their NDIS plans (e.g. transport, personal care, meal preparation, and community access).
- Encourage independence, emotional wellbeing, and skill development.
- Support participants in therapeutic exercises and goal-driven routines.
- **Coaching & Mentoring**_
- Train and mentor other support workers in active-support techniques, safety, and participant engagement.
- Model best practices in behaviour management, communication, and fitness delivery.
- **Compliance & Administration**_
- Maintain accurate participant documentation, progress notes, and risk assessments.
- Ensure compliance with NDIS Practice Standards, WHS obligations, and organisational policies.
- Promote a safe, inclusive, and high-performance workplace culture.

**Skills & Experience Required**
- 1-2 years’ experience in disability support, recreation, or community-based program delivery.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
- Background in **sport coaching or personal training** (desirable).
- Understanding of allied-health collaboration and NDIS compliance.
- Current **First Aid & CPR Certification** (or willingness to obtain).
- Excellent planning and documentation skills.

**Qualifications & Mandatory Requirements**
- **Certificate IV or higher** in Disability, Community Services, Sport & Recreation, or related field.
- Higher qualification such as a **Diploma in Sport, Aquatics & Recreation Management** is highly regarded.
- **Blue Card (Working with Children Check)**:

- **Yellow Card / NDIS Worker Screening Clearance**:

- **National Police Check**:

- **Current Driver’s Licence**:

- **NDIS Worker Orientation Module** (mandatory)
- **NDIS Supporting Effective Communication Module** (mandatory)
- **NDIS New Worker Induction Module** (mandatory)
- **NDIS Basics of Infection Prevention and Control Module** (mandatory)
- **National Hand Hygiene Initiative Course** (mandatory)

AAS Pre-requisites
- Comprehensive motor-vehicle insurance (business use) and, if self-employed, valid **ABN** and insurance cover (public liability & professional indemnity).
- Proof of qualifications, vaccination status (if applicable), and signed company compliance forms (WHS Acknowledgement, Confidentiality Agreement, Code of Conduct, Sub-Contractor Agreement, Photo Consent)

**How to Apply**

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to:
**0488 947 685 (Nicolet)**

Applications close: [20/11/2025]

Pay: $77,473.68 - $100,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Salary packaging

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Delaneys Creek QLD 4514