Nova Life Support Services is seeking experienced and highly skilled Disability Support Workers to join our growing team.
We are looking for reliable, professional, and person-centred staff who are passionate about supporting participants to build independence, confidence, and meaningful community connections.
This role is suited to support workers who have strong experience working with participants with complex behaviours and a wide range of diagnoses and support needs.
About the Role
You will provide high-quality, individualised support to NDIS participants within the community and home environment. Supports may include:
- Community access and social participation
- Emotional regulation and behavioural support
- Assistance with daily living activities
- Skill development and independence building
- Transport and community engagement
- Supporting participants with complex support needs
- Detailed documentation and incident reporting
- Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary support environment
Experience Required
Applicants must have demonstrated experience supporting participants with a range of diagnoses and presentations, including but not limited to:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Mental health conditions
- Psychosocial disabilities
- Intellectual disabilities
- Physical disabilities
- Complex behaviours / behaviours of concern
- High support needs participants
What We’re Looking For
Successful applicants will demonstrate:
- Reliability and professionalism
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Excellent documentation and report writing abilities
- Confidence working independently and within a team
- Strong understanding of professional boundaries
- A proactive and person-centred approach
- The ability to remain calm in challenging situations
- A strong work ethic and commitment to high-quality support delivery
Essential Requirements
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working With Children Check
- Current First Aid & CPR
- Valid Driver’s Licence
- Comprehensive Car Insurance
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module
- Smartphone and ability to use digital systems/apps
- Availability for weekdays, weekends, and community-based supports
Desirable
- Medication competency
- Experience with complex behaviours
- Mental health training
- Positive Behaviour Support knowledge
- Manual handling experience
- Experience completing incident reports and progress documentation
Why Join Nova Life Support Services?
At Nova Life Support Services, we are not here to be average — we are here to raise the standard.
We pride ourselves on:
- Strong communication and supportive management
- A participant-first approach
- Consistent and high-quality supports
- A welcoming and team-focused culture
- Meaningful community-based programs and supports
Empowering Independence | Building Confidence | Creating Connections
Pay: $43.23 – $77.81 per hour
Experience:
- Working with people with disability: 2 years (Required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driver Licence (Required)
- Working with Children Check (Required)
- First Aid Certification (Required)
- CPR Certification (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
