Disability Support Worker

Be part of something bigger than a career

Growth of our services in the Illawarra region has created vacancies for casual Disability Support Workers within our Supported Independent Living (SIL) services. We are seeking those who are passionate about supporting people with disability to achieve independence and looking to grow their career journey within a well reputed organisation.

Our services cater to adults with various physical, intellectual and psychosocial disability living in supported independent living arrangements where you will work to support our participants to lead fulfilling lives through inclusivity, choice and control. Your commitment to delivering person-centred support will be essential to this role and you will work as part of a dynamic team to ensure this is achieved through active decision making, inclusive practice and building & maintaining community connections.

Our services operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with the successful applicant being someone who is flexible and adaptable with their availability, willing to work a full array of shifts. This includes the ability to work mornings, afternoons, overnights (active nights & sleepover shifts) and weekends.

What will my role involve?

Our Disability Support Workers bring pride and passion to the workplace where everyday brings new challenges and a sense of fulfilment. The day-to-day duties include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting participants with personal care including showering, toileting, and dressing.
• Preparing and assisting with meal preparation and eating.
• Administering medication and offering mobility assistance including the use of hoists and lifts.
• Supporting participants with attendance at appointments and community-based events.
• Keeping up to date and accurate shift notes.
• Offering meaningful and active support enabling participants to achieve their goals and increase independence.

What does success look like?

Experience in the sector and with participants with challenging behaviours will be highly regarded. However, alignment with our values and the right work ethic is what really sets our team members apart. Our successful Disability Support Workers bring with them:

• A genuine desire to provide high level care for people with disability.
• Creative approach in enabling an inclusive experience for people with disability at home and in the community.
• An ability to stay calm in challenging situations.
• Confidence to engage with a diverse range of people, with well-developed negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• An understanding of privacy and confidentiality and how to treat sensitive information appropriately.
• Confidence using a range of technical platforms to complete shift notes, incident reporting, and electronic timesheets.
• Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check, and Covid Vaccination Certificate displaying 2 vaccinations.
• Current driver licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

To be successful in this role, you will be required to attend paid onboarding training upon commencement between 29 October 2025and 12 November 2025. This will includes two weeks of face-to-face training sessions, online modules and buddy shifts - offering you a comprehensive suite of knowledge and skills to be confident in the role.

Why you'll love The Disability Trust

• An hourly rate ranging from $43.23-$47.16 (inclusive of casual loading) plus superannuation and attractive penalty rates
• Access to generous not-for-profit salary packaging options (up to $15,900 + $2,650 meals & entertainment tax free earning potential per annum).
• A paid training onboarding program designed to set you up for success.
• Access to our exclusive Fitness Passport program for you and your family to access unlimited gyms.
• Support to obtain and hold your First Aid qualification.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.

If you are looking to make a difference in the lives of people in your community, we would love to hear from you Please apply by submitting your Resume and Cover Letter outlining how your skills and experience match the above criteria.

When you join our team, you become part of a sector-leading and well renowned organisation. As proud winners of 'Employer of Choice' in the Not-for-Profit & Public Sector 2024, 2020 and 2019 and finalists in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025 of the Australian HR Awards, our accolades are a true testament to our people strategy and investment in our talented workforce.

If you would like to discuss the role or have any questions, please reach out to our Recruitment Team -

Applications close 9.00am, Friday 10 October 2025. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted as applications are received.