Disability Support Worker/ Mentor

2 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Adventure Team Full time

Adventure Team is seeking to hire experienced disability support workers to join our growing team in New Farm, Brisbane. We are advertising for a casual support role with availability to start immediately.

**About Us**

Since forming in 2019, we've grown from a team of 2 on the Gold Coast in Queensland to many, and we are in the process of expanding our services in Brisbane. We are a disability support company, helping people living with disabilities through providing mentoring, group and respite services. As a team we are strongly driven to help others and offer personalized services centered around pushing boundaries, building hobbies and routine, and encouraging adventure.

**About the Opportunity**

We provide a fun and flexible environment. Adventure is at the heart of who we are and we love to operate outdoors and encourage our clients to discover their own passions and interests.

As a mentor, you will be supporting our clients with daily living and community access. We provide support in a variety of settings covering a broad range of needs and we work to ensure we match you, your interests, availability and skillset to the right person.

People are at the heart of our success and work. We are looking for reliable and motivated individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of others.

**Requirements**:

- NDIS Worker Screening Clearance or willingness to obtain before commencing work
- Working with Children Card (Blue Card)
- Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate
- Current, non-restricted open drivers licence or non-restricted provisional licence
- Roadworthy, registered and fully comprehensive insured vehicle
- Strong verbal communication skills

**Key Selection Criteria**
- Demonstrated experience supporting individuals with complex behavioural needs, including the ability to implement positive behaviour support strategies, respond calmly in challenging situations, and maintain client and team safety at all times
- Ability to multi-task and problem-solve effectively under pressure, especially in unpredictable or high-stress environments
- High level of interpersonal and de-escalation skills, with the capacity to build trusting relationships while maintaining firm, respectful boundaries
- Confident in working autonomously and using initiative, with a flexible and person-centred approach to meet individual client needs
- Strong communication skills (both written and verbal), with the ability to liaise professionally and compassionately with clients, families, and allied health professionals

**What We Can Offer You**
- Competitive above award rate for weekdays, plus additional penalty rates for weekends and public holidays
- A supportive and positive team with ongoing one-on-one training and mentoring provided

**Please note: Applications that don't include a cover letter will not be considered. Please include in your cover letter desired hours, location which includes your suburb, languages spoken, whether you have reliable transportation and any hobbies that you engage in. This information helps us with selection and placement and is vital if you want to be considered.**

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: From $35.96 per hour

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Weekend availability

Supplementary Pay:

- Penalty rates

Application Question(s):

- Do you have strong communication skills?
- Would you be willing to travel 15-20kms?

Licence/Certification:

- Driver Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

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