parks Social Abilities is a rapidly growing NDIS provider delivering innovative group programs, community access, after-school supports and adult development programs throughout Cairns.
We're looking for reliable, energetic and genuinely caring people who want more than just another support worker job. We want people who can build relationships, think on their feet and create meaningful experiences for participants.
This role is highly community-based, with every day being different.
About the Role
You will support children, teenagers and adults living with disability through:
- Community access and social outings
- After-school and school holiday programs
- Adult personal development programs
- Life skills and capacity building
- Transport to and from activities
- Building confidence, independence and social skills
- Working both independently and as part of a team
No two days are the same. One day you might be helping someone prepare a meal, the next you could be facilitating a community outing, bowling, volunteering, attending sporting activities or supporting a social skills group.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for people who are:
- Reliable and punctual
- Positive with a great sense of humour
- Calm under pressure
- Confident working independently
- Excellent communicators
- Passionate about making a genuine difference
- Physically active and happy being out in the community
- Comfortable supporting participants with varying support needs
- Able to think outside the box and problem solve
Experience with Autism, ADHD, Intellectual Disability, Psychosocial Disability or high support needs is highly regarded but not essential.
Essential Requirements
- Current Australian Driver Licence
- Reliable vehicle
- NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
- Current First Aid & CPR
- National Police Check
- Smartphone
- Full Australian working rights
Desirable
- Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability, Community Services or similar
- Experience delivering NDIS supports
- Mental Health First Aid
- Behaviour support experience
- Medication competency
- Manual handling experience
What We Offer
- SCHADS Award pay plus applicable penalties
- Flexible casual hours with opportunities to grow
- Paid induction and ongoing mentoring
- Supportive leadership team
- Regular training and professional development
- Diverse and engaging work
- Opportunities to progress into senior roles as the organisation grows
About Sparks Social Abilities
Sparks Social Abilities exists to create opportunities where people with disability can develop friendships, independence and confidence in a safe, supportive and engaging environment.
We focus on building real-life skills through community participation rather than simply providing care.
If you're someone who genuinely enjoys helping others achieve their goals and wants to be part of a growing organisation making a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now by submitting your resume along with a short cover letter telling us why you'd be a great fit for the Sparks Social Abilities team.
Pay: $35.00 – $43.14 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cairns QLD 4870
