Support Worker – Illawarra Accommodation Services – Casual

About the Role:

We’re looking for compassionate and skilled Support Workers to join our Accommodation Services team. You’ll assist clients with high support needs, including those using wheelchairs and requiring medical support, helping them live with dignity and independence.

The role involves personal care, daily living support, and promoting autonomy within shared living environments.

About the Roster:

This service operates on a roster that includes afternoon/evening and sleepover shifts to ensure consistent, high-quality support for the people we support.

To be successful in this role, applicants must have genuine ongoing availability to work PM and sleepover shifts, as these shifts are a fundamental requirement of the service model. Please consider your availability carefully before applying, as we are unable to offer positions to applicants who cannot meet these roster requirements.

Benefits:

• SCHAD’s Award Level 2 Pay rates from $36.22– $39.53 (base rate) or $45.28 – $49.41 (casual rate) 
• Salary packaging + meal/entertainment card (if eligible)
• Flexible roster with shift work, weekends, public holidays & sleepovers
• Option to purchase extra annual leave (if eligible)
• Fitness Passport access for you & family (eligibility criteria applies)
• Ongoing training & professional development
• Annual flu vaccination

Duties:

• Provide personal care and daily living support
• Assist with manual handling and use of aids
• Support clients with complex needs and medical requirements
• Foster independence and inclusion in shared living environments
• Build positive relationships with clients and families
• Manage challenging situations with empathy and professionalism

Skills and Experience:

Essential:

• Experience supporting high-needs disability clients
• Confidence in manual handling and use of aids
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility for varied shifts and rostered work
• Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word & Outlook)
• Current Driver’s Licence, Working With Children Check, NSW NDIS Worker Screening Check, and National Police Check
• Access to a personal vehicle for work use, if required

 Desirable:

• Certificate III or IV in Disability Support (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of NDIA processes

About Us:

For over 65 years, Challenge Community Services has been empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We provide disability accommodation, foster care, allied health, and supported employment services – all with a focus on inclusion and respect.

 Confidential enquiries can be made by contacting Natasha Bonetig via email – natasha.bonetig@challengecommunity.org.au

Closing Date – 4th September 2026