Support Worker

About Barkuma

Barkuma is a not-for profit organisation that provides a range of services to assist people with disability. For over 50 years, Barkuma has provided an environment of self-determination that opens up a lifetime of limitless learning and opportunity. Together, we establish the capacity and confidence to transition out of high school and continue to build a lifetime of independence that makes quality employment and accommodation outcomes possible.

Our Purpose is to partner with people on the journey to their best life.

About the Role

Join our team of Support Workers on a short-term, part-time maternity leave contract delivering NDIS services in the northern suburbs of Adelaide.

This fixed-term role runs from December 2025 to August 2026 and offers a great opportunity to provide individualised support to clients with cognitive or physical disability and their families, supporting them to live their all.

• Day and afternoon rotating roster, including some passive overnight support services in Northern Metro.
• Average 100 hours per month with an opportunity to expand up to Full-Time capacity.
• Set Rosters published 3 months in advance.
• 7-day access to Team Leader support during the hours of 7 am to 9 pm.

Key responsibilities

• Availability to attend all regular shifts across a rotating roster, including morning, afternoon, evening, and in Northern Metro - passive overnight as required.
• Actively assist and support clients, their family members and/or advocates to understand the National Disability Standards and NDIA.
• Be positive and sensitive to all employees, clients, and family members, needs and requests.
• Support clients to participate within community activities of interest and agreed within their NDIS Plan.
• Ensure that all clients have opportunities to make decisions and choices regarding their recreational pursuits.
• Implement and support development of NDIS plans for all clients.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Proactive approach to duties with strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• High standard of work ethic and confidentiality required with a professional and mature disposition.

About you:

Successful candidates must bring with them:

• Legal right to work in Australia.
• Current driver's license and a roadworthy car certificate and insurance cover.
• Current Assist with Medication Certification
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• DHS Disability Services or NDIS Worker Check

Qualifications, Certification:

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

Here are just some of the employee benefits we offer at Barkuma:

• $18,550 Salary packaging option
• Access to minimum of 6 annual sessions on support and counselling services with work or personal matters through our Employee Assistance Program
• Free Flu Vaccination
• 12% Superannuation
• 5 weeks of Annual leave
• Training and career development opportunities
• A very supportive, flexible, and positive team culture
• A diverse and collaborative team culture like no other

To find out more about Barkumavisit us at:

To apply

Please send applications including resume and email/cover letter outlining why you would be the suitable candidate for this role.

Barkuma acknowledges that each individual, regardless of their background or abilities, brings their diverse talents and skills, ensuring the best outcomes for our clients. We encourage applicants with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community, and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply.  Barkuma is an equal opportunity employer.

With respect, no recruitment agencies please.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.