Support Worker

About Novita

Novita nurtures ambition of every size and shape, for a career that grows with you, in a team that supports you.

Novita is South Australia's most established provider of therapy, assistive technology, community programs and community living services for people with disabilities and we're evolving every day.

Novita brings you the benefits of structure along with the freedom to grow within an environment that's big, but personal. We equip you with the tools to thrive as the whole person you are, embracing whatever makes you tick, so you can reach your true potential. Our leaders remain by your side, respectful of your autonomy, because they care about you accomplishing your professional goals. And the sheer variety of Novita's offerings means opportunities to take your career where you want it to go.

Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best, so you can support others to achieve theirs.

About You

• You're passionate about empowering people with disability
• You're reliable, respectful and thrive in a team environment
• You communicate well and build strong connections
• You're flexible and ready to support clients in varied settings
• You hold the required certificates or are willing to obtain them

About the Role

This casual position based in Whyalla offers variety and purpose, supporting people with disability across different settings.

• Assist with engaging day programs and activities
• Promote independence and community inclusion
• Work collaboratively with a passionate support team
• Deliver individualised support in clients' homes
• Provide overnight respite care as needed

Knowledge, skills and experience

• Lived or professional experience supporting people with disability is highly regarded
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work respectfully across diverse backgrounds
• Comfortable with personal care, mobility support and behaviour management
• Reliable, flexible and committed to empowering others

What you'll need before starting

• Minimum Certificate III in Disability, Individual Support or Community Services (or working towards)
• Achievement of certain certifications are mandatory requirements for this role; in applying you must be willing to undertake training in fields such as medication management, NDIS Worker Orientation Modules, CPR and others
• The successful applicant may be required to work Shift Work, In-Home, In-Hub and in other community settings
• Driver's licence (minimum P2) and willingness to drive Novita vehicles
• Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Check

We're serious about safeguarding our clients. If you don't have a current NDIS Worker Check and SA Working with Children Check, we'll let you know how to obtain these prior to starting work with us.

If you are willing to make a career in Disability Sector and ready to undertake Cert III or IV, with no experience, we'd love to see your application.

All Novita employees are required to undertake mandatory training relevant to their role.

Why join Novita in Whyalla?

Enjoy a rewarding career in a beautiful regional location with a supportive team and great lifestyle benefits.

• A laid-back lifestyle with short commutes and coastal living
• Small, close-knit teams that value collaboration and support
• Explore a regional tourist destination and discover more of what SA has to offer

You'll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Hourly rate paid in accordance with the Social, Community Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 (SCHADS) plus % superannuation
• Shift variation and flexibility
• Mandatory training and professional development provided
• Further maximise your take home pay with additional salary packaging benefits

Apply Now

For a confidential conversation before applying, contact Ellen Rowley on

As this position is vacant, we are looking to undertake interviews as applications are submitted. So, don't delay if you are wanting to join our team Novita may close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified before the listed closing date.

Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply.

Potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks prior to confirmation of employment.

Achieve your amazing at Novita.