Disability Support Worker

Why IFYS?

For over 46 years, IFYS Supports by Design has empowered Australians with disabilities and their families through tailored, holistic support. As a not-for-profit, inclusive employer, we’re committed to creating a supportive environment where both our clients and staff feel valued, respected, and empowered.

We celebrate diversity and difference in our communities, and encourage applications from individuals who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

The opportunity

As a Disability Support Worker, you’ll provide daily support to individuals in Supported Independent Living (SIL) arrangements. You’ll use a strengths-based approach to help participants build independence, develop life skills, and achieve personal goals.

This opportunity is open to experienced support workers and those new to the sector who are motivated to make a meaningful contribution and committed to learning and growing in the role.

What’s on offer?

• Casual employment with the potential to transition into part-time work
• Immediate start available (pending licensing and compliance requirements)
• Specialised Maybo training provided to support safe and positive behaviour practices
• Competitive hourly rates casual base $46.70 (inclusive of 25% loading), Afternoon shift $51.37, Night shift $52.30, Saturday shift $65.38, Sunday shift $84.06
• Sleepover Allowance of $62.87 for sleepover shifts
• Mentorship and guidance from skilled leaders with up to 20 years of experience in the field
• Comprehensive onboarding, including induction and a minimum of two buddy shifts
• Client matching to ensure alignment with your skills and experience
• Paid ongoing training to support your professional development
• Work located throughout Rockhampton

A day in the role of a Disability Support Worker

• Work with individuals to maintain personal care and cleanliness of the house
• Plan and attend activities or appointments
• Assist with skill development for independent living, recreation, learning, and community access
• Use daily routines to provide hands on training of life skills such as cooking, personal care and budgeting
• Support and manage individuals behaviours utilising Positive Behaviour Support Plans
• Complete daily case notes, admin tasks and incident reports

Skills and requirements

• Experience supporting people with disability, either professionally or through lived experience
• OR a genuine interest in entering the field of work with relevant study completed or in progress
• Cert IV in Mental Health or Mental Health First Aid (desirable,not essential)
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Computer proficiency for documentation
• Flexible availability to work a rotating roster (may include day, afternoon and active night, sleepovers and weekend shifts)
• Physical capability to perform manual handling tasks

Must hold or be willing to obtain if successful

• Paid Workers Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• NDIS Workers Screening Check (Yellow Card)
• Child Safety Personal History Check (LCS2)
• National Crime Check (IFYS will complete a new check through our systems)
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Current QLD Driver Licence and willingness to use your own roadworthy, comprehensively insured vehicle (if required)

Other requirements

If you progress beyond the interview stage, you’ll be asked to provide contact details for two line managers to complete reference checks. This must include your current employer.

Applications close: 5:00 pm 2nd of September, 2026

If you would like further information on this role, please call (07) 5438 3000 and ask to speak to Josh in the Recruitment team.

We are deeply committed to the wellbeing, safety, cultural identity and dignity of every individual who accesses our services, including children, young people, adults and people with disabilities. As part of this commitment, we uphold best practice standards and adhere to the Human Services Quality Framework, NDIS Practice Standards and National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.

It is an offence to apply to work in a child related business regulated by the blue card system if you are a restricted person/negative notice holder.