DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER – TOOWOOMBA REGION
Abundance Care & Support | Casual Position | Immediate Start Available
Abundance Care & Support is a growing NDIS provider committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support to people living with disability.
We are currently looking for an exceptional Disability Support Worker to join our growing team in the Toowoomba region.
We are looking for someone who is reliable, professional, compassionate and genuinely committed to doing their job properly.
This is an opportunity for the right person to join a growing organisation, build a meaningful relationship with a participant and become part of a team that values quality, respect and person-centred support.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The successful applicant will provide quality disability support in accordance with the participant's individual needs, preferences, goals and support requirements.
We are looking for someone who understands that being a Disability Support Worker is more than simply turning up for a shift.
We expect our workers to:
- Be reliable and punctual
- Conduct themselves professionally at all times
- Treat participants with dignity, respect and kindness
- Follow participant support plans and organisational procedures
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries
- Respect participant choice and control
- Support independence rather than creating unnecessary dependence
- Communicate appropriately with participants, families and the Abundance Care & Support team
- Complete required documentation accurately and professionally
- Maintain participant confidentiality and privacy
- Identify and report incidents, risks and concerns appropriately
- Work safely and within their scope of training and competence
- Be willing to learn and participate in ongoing training
- Work collaboratively with the broader support team
- Take pride in providing high-quality support — not simply completing a shift
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Has a genuine passion for disability support
- Is dependable and takes their commitments seriously
- Has a positive and engaging personality
- Is patient, respectful and compassionate
- Has excellent communication skills
- Can work independently
- Is also comfortable being part of a small, growing team
- Understands person-centred practice
- Is willing to follow policies, procedures and participant-specific instructions
- Can demonstrate sound judgement and professional boundaries
- Is willing to receive feedback and continue developing their skills
- Wants to build a longer-term relationship with a growing provider
We are looking for someone who genuinely cares about the quality of the support they provide.
THE RIGHT PARTICIPANT MATCH IS IMPORTANT
At Abundance Care & Support, we understand that a successful support relationship depends on finding the right fit between the participant and their support worker.
For this reason, successful employment will depend on the applicant being considered a suitable match for the participant, in addition to meeting the skills, experience, screening and other requirements of the position.
We will consider factors such as:
- Communication style
- Personality and interpersonal skills
- Relevant experience
- Availability
- Professional approach
- Ability to understand and follow participant preferences
- Ability to build a respectful and positive working relationship
- Suitability for the participant's individual support needs
This means that not every applicant will necessarily be suitable for this particular participant, even if they have previous disability support experience.
Our priority is always the safety, wellbeing, choice and quality of life of the participant.
CURRENT AVAILABLE HOURS
At present, we have a limited number of regular hours available.
WEEK 1 – 8 HOURS
Tuesday:
Approximately 11:00am – 3:00pm – 4 hours
Thursday:
Approximately 11:00am – 3:00pm – 4 hours
WEEK 2 – 10 HOURS
Monday:
Approximately 11:00am – 1:00pm – 2 hours
Tuesday:
Approximately 11:00am – 3:00pm – 4 hours
Thursday:
Approximately 11:00am – 3:00pm – 4 hours
This is a fortnightly rotating schedule, consisting of:
Week 1 – 8 hours
Week 2 – 10 hours
Additional hours may become available as participant needs and the organisation's workforce grow.
We may also have fill-in shifts available during October, subject to participant requirements and staff availability.
Location
Toowoomba Region, Queensland
Applicants should be able to reliably travel to the participant's location and any agreed community-based activities or appointments associated with the role.
MANDATORY SCREENING & REQUIREMENTS
As an NDIS provider, Abundance Care & Support is committed to meeting all relevant NDIS and Queensland worker screening and safeguarding requirements.
The successful applicant will be required to meet the applicable requirements before commencing work.
Essential:
NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
Applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, a valid NDIS Worker Screening Clearance where required for the position.
For risk-assessed roles with NDIS providers in Queensland, workers must have the required clearance before commencing work. Queensland operates under a "No card, no start" approach.
An existing interstate NDIS Worker Screening Clearance may be recognised nationally, subject to the applicable requirements.
Right to Work in Australia
Applicants must have appropriate Australian work rights.
Relevant Qualifications and/or Experience
Relevant disability, community services, individual support or related qualifications and experience will be highly regarded.
Depending on the duties and participant requirements, the appropriate qualifications, training and competency requirements will be assessed as part of our recruitment process.
NDIS providers must ensure workers have the competence, qualifications, skills and experience necessary for their role.
NDIS Worker Orientation
Successful applicants will be required to complete the NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You as part of the organisation's induction process if they have not already completed it.
Where Applicable:
Blue Card / Working with Children Check
If the position involves providing disability support to a child, the appropriate Blue Card/Working with Children Check requirements will apply.
First Aid & CPR
Current First Aid and CPR certification may be required depending on the participant's support needs and the requirements of the position.
Driver Licence
A current Australian driver's licence may be required where driving is an inherent part of the role or where the participant requires transport as part of their support.
Reliable Vehicle
Where the role requires the worker to transport a participant, an appropriate and legally compliant vehicle, registration and relevant insurance arrangements will be required.
Additional Participant-Specific Training
Additional training may be required depending on the participant's individual support needs, including training relevant to their support plans, health needs, communication requirements, behaviour support requirements or other identified risks.
OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY & QUALITY
At Abundance Care & Support, participant safety is our priority.
All workers are expected to comply with:
- The NDIS Code of Conduct
- Relevant NDIS Practice Standards
- Abundance Care & Support policies and procedures
- Participant-specific support plans
- Privacy and confidentiality requirements
- Incident reporting requirements
- Professional boundaries
- Workplace health and safety requirements
- Mandatory training and competency requirements
The NDIS Code of Conduct requires workers to respect individual rights, privacy and self-determination and to provide supports safely, competently and with care and skill.
WHY JOIN ABUNDANCE CARE & SUPPORT?
We are a growing provider and want to build a team of people who genuinely care about the work they do.
We value:
Participant choice and control
Respectful relationships
Quality support
Safety and safeguarding
Clear communication
Continuous learning and development
Teamwork
Professionalism and accountability
We aren't looking for someone who simply wants to fill hours.
We want someone who takes pride in their work, genuinely cares about participants and understands the responsibility that comes with being a Disability Support Worker.
HOW TO APPLY
If you believe you are the right person for this role, we would love to hear from you.
Please provide:
- Your current resume
- A brief introduction about yourself
- Your disability support experience
- Your current availability
- Details of relevant qualifications and training
- Confirmation of your NDIS Worker Screening status
- Details of any other relevant screening or checks you currently hold
Immediate start is available for the right applicant, subject to completion of all required screening, onboarding and participant matching requirements.
We are looking for the right person — not just the next person.
If you are reliable, professional, caring and genuinely committed to providing exceptional support, Abundance Care & Support would love to hear from you.
Pay: From $34.44 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a Fully insured and reliable vehicle
Licence/Certification:
- Driver Licence (Preferred)
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module (Preferred)
- Blue Card (Preferred)
- NDIS Worker Screening check/ Yellow card (Preferred)
Work Authorisation:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
