Disability Support Staff

Disability Empowerment and Support Foundation (DESF)

DESF provides staff to various SIL Providers in WA with services from administration to disability support workers.

Disability Support Workers – Casual

Join a mission-driven team making a real impact across WA.

Locations: Perth 

Employment type: Casual

About DESF

The Disability Empowerment and Support Foundation (DESF) is a registered not-for-profit organisation providing passionate and reliable staff to leading Supported Independent Living (SIL) providers across Western Australia.

We focus on empowering diverse communities—including First Nations people—to pursue meaningful careers in disability support.

Why Join DESF?

• Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 tax-free annually
• Meal entertainment card
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
• We offer clear succession opportunities
• Ongoing training and upskilling support
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and ethical workforce
• Work across established SIL homes

The Role

We are currently recruiting Disability Support Workers to deliver participant-focused, high-quality support services under the guidance of our partner SIL providers.

You'll play a key role in empowering NDIS participants to lead meaningful, autonomous lives—providing respectful, hands-on assistance in daily living and community participation.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support participants with daily living, personal care, and routines
• Encourage choice, independence, and decision-making
• Administer or assist with medication in line with care plans
• Follow and implement Behaviour Support Plans and risk management strategies
• Assist with mobility, transport, outings, and community access
• Maintain a safe, abuse-free environment
• Complete admin duties including progress notes, timesheets, reports, and documentation
• Communicate professionally with participants, providers, and your DESF manager

Essential Requirements

• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• NDIS Worker Training Modules
• Valid CPR & First Aid
• Manual Handling
• Medication Competency/Administration

Desirable Criteria

• Cert III or IV in Individual Support or equivalent
• Current WA Driver's Licence
• Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow care plans and work both independently and in teams
• Understanding of WHS and disability support compliance
• Experience working in SIL or NDIS-related environments
• Comfortable with digital systems and completing shift documentation

Diversity & Inclusion

DESF encourages applications from people of all backgrounds, including First Nations Australians, culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) individuals, and people with lived experience of disability.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're compassionate, dependable, and ready to grow your career in disability services—we want to hear from you.**

To work in the Industry it is Mandatory to obtain

NDIS Screening Certificate (this has replaced a Police Clearance)

Required before placement: (We may be able to assist in obtaining the following)

First Aid,

CPR,

Manual Handling

Medication Administration.

Preferred:

Minimum of Cert III or IV in Individual Support

Experience working with providing daily supports.

Demonstrated capability in carrying out tasks for a growing organisation

Effective and excellent communication, interpersonal & time management skills

Ability to problem solve, prioritise, and complete work related tasks.

Ability to establish effective and professional working relationships with others.

Skills applicable to recording and managing data, information.

Understanding of Policies and Procedures & Continuous Improvement.

Understanding Work Health & Safety principles and ensuring these are applied it in the workplace.

Current WA Drivers Licence