Disability Support Worker

Support Worker – NDIS

North Brisbane | Casual / Flexible Opportunities
Join SYWOL and make a meaningful difference every day

At SYWOL, we are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals living with disability in North Brisbane. We are seeking motivated, compassionate and reliable Support Workers who are passionate about empowering participants to live independently, safely and with dignity.

We are looking for people who are inclusive, intuitive and empathetic at all times — professionals who can work collaboratively within a team while also demonstrating confidence and autonomy in their role. Successful applicants will understand the importance of maintaining legal, ethical and moral responsibilities in all aspects of care and support.

About the Role

As a Support Worker with SYWOL, you will provide high-quality supports to participants with a range of complex needs including:

• Mental health conditions
• Intellectual disabilities
• Autism spectrum disorder
• Physical disabilities
• Neurodivergent disorders

Support Workers are expected to provide services across all support areas delivered by SYWOL while maintaining the highest professional standards at all times. Flexibility and reliability are essential, with staff encouraged to assist with additional supports where possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Personal care including dressing, toileting and showering
• Domestic assistance including meal preparation, shopping, housekeeping and cleaning
• Medication assistance and prompting (with relevant training provided)
• Behaviour support for participants experiencing mental health and behavioural challenges
• Supporting participants with mobility, independence and community access
• Assisting participants with incontinence care and changing aids
• Maintaining accurate documentation and professional communication

Essential Requirements

• English as first language
• Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting people with disabilities
• Experience supporting participants with complex mental health, intellectual, autism and physical disabilities
• Current Queensland Driver Licence
• Reliable and roadworthy vehicle with comprehensive insurance
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card)
• Current Blue Card (Paid Employee)
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate or willingness to obtain within two weeks of commencement
• Current Police Check issued within the last 3 months
• Full Australian working rights
• Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module or willingness to obtain prior to commencement
• Mobile phone with internet access
• Relevant nationally recognised qualifications in Disability, Community Services, Mental Health or Individual Support
• Lived experience within disability, mental health or community care sectors
• Annual flu vaccination strongly recommended

Why Join SYWOL?

At SYWOL, we value diversity, inclusion and respect. We proudly support people from all backgrounds and are committed to meeting the needs of all participants and staff.

If you are passionate about supporting others, committed to delivering exceptional care and looking to join a supportive and growing team, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of the SYWOL team making a genuine difference in the community.

Pay: $35.15 – $44.59 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee mentoring program
• Professional development assistance
• Unlimited annual leave

Experience:

• disability support worker: 2 years (Required)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Required)
• Working with Children Check (Required)
• NDIS Workers Screening Check (Required)
• National Police Check (Required)
• Full Driver Licence (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Location:

• Brighton QLD (Preferred)

Work Location: In person