Empowering Through Mindfulness Disability Support Pty Ltd is hiring a Casual Disability Support Worker role in Northern Rivers region of NSW (between Murwillumbah to Ballina). Apply now to be part of our team.
MUST BE PREPARED TO TRAVEL TO Lismore/Ballina/Murwillumbah
Requirements for this role:
- Flexible hours available
- 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
- Expected salary: $35.15 - $38 per hour
About us Empowering Through Mindfulness Disability Support (ETMDS) is a boutique, person‑centred provider founded in 2022. We deliver personalised in‑home supports and community access across Northern Rivers, NSW and the Southern Gold Coast, focused on empowering participants to live their best lives.
Locations we’re recruiting for
- Northern Rivers: Ballina, Lismore, Nimbin, Murwillumbah
Role overview
Join a local and dedicated support team as a Casual Disability Support Worker. Work alongside an experienced team in a close‑knit group of support workers to deliver community‑focused, person‑centred supports. Casual shifts available across weekdays, afternoons, evenings and weekends.
Key responsibilities
- Provide respectful, person‑centred support for community access and in‑home tasks.
- Assist with daily living tasks (shopping, meal prep, transport, social activities).
- Attend and support participants at scheduled appointments (including clinic attendance when required).
- Follow individual support plans, behaviour support strategies and safety procedures.
- Update shift notes via the app and communicate with Team Leaders and the team.
- Maintain professional boundaries and protect participant privacy and dignity.
Who we’re looking for
- Enthusiastic, compassionate and patient with strong listening and communication skills.
- Ability to build trusting relationships while maintaining clear professional boundaries.
- Reliable, flexible and team‑oriented. Lived experience welcome.
- Experience with personal care or complex behaviours is beneficial but not required.
Requirements (on commencement)
- Permanent Australian working rights (required).
- Valid Australian driver’s licence (required).
- Comprehensive car insurance (required).
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module (required).
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (required).
- Ability to travel reliably across the listed regions (required).
- First Aid/CPR & Epilepsy (Seizure) training (required).
Pay & conditions
- Weekday base rate: $35.15–$38 per hour (dependent on role/experience).
- Higher rates/penalties apply for afternoons, nights, weekends and public holidays; complex care allowance for high‑intensity clients; kilometre reimbursement available (whilst participants are travelling in your vehicle with you).
- Cancellation guarantee: if a booked shift is cancelled within 24 hours and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, you will be paid for the shift.
What we offer
- Competitive pay and allowances.
- Flexible casual shifts and roster variety.
- Ongoing training.
- Supportive team culture prioritising work–life balance.
- Commitment to diversity and reasonable adjustments during recruitment.
How to apply Send a covering letter outlining qualifications, certificates and experience plus a resume to [email protected] or call Melanie on 0414 188 188 to discuss.
Commitment to diversity: We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including people with disability. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
Pay: $35.15 – $38.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
