About the Role
Access Life Care is seeking compassionate and dedicated Disability Support Workers to join our growing team in Canberra. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity with one of the ACT’s trusted registered NDIS providers, committed to delivering person-centred, high-quality support to individuals living with disability.
You will work alongside participants in their homes, in our Supported Independent Living (SIL) facilities, and out in the community — helping them to live independently, pursue their goals, and engage meaningfully in everyday life.
This role operates across a rotating roster, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends, to meet the 24/7 support needs of our participants.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of $80,000 – $85,000 per annum plus superannuation
- Permanent, full-time employment with a growing and stable NDIS provider
- Ongoing professional development, training, and upskilling opportunities
- Supportive, culturally sensitive and inclusive team environment
- Meaningful work that genuinely improves participants’ quality of life
- 24/7 on-call management support for all staff
- Clear career progression pathways within the organisation
Responsibilities
- Supporting participants with daily activities including mobility assistance, personal care, medication management, housekeeping tasks, and meal preparation
- Engaging with participants and their families to discuss, negotiate and agree on the nature and scope of care and support to be delivered
- Providing emotional support and assisting participants in managing challenges such as low mood, confusion, and grief
- Identifying and facilitating community-based social, recreational, and cultural activities appropriate to each participant’s interests and NDIS plan goals
- Helping participants understand and access the disability support services available to them under the NDIS
- Supporting participants in pursuing training and employment goals as part of their individual support plan
- Recognising, managing, and responding to risks and emergency situations within a home care environment
- Maintaining accurate and timely records including daily progress notes, incident reports, and care plan documentation
What We Are Looking For
Essential:
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), Community Services, or a related field.
- Candidates must demonstrate at least one to two years of practical experience in a disability support role or a related field within the health, aged care, or community services sector
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement)
- Valid Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration in the ACT
- Current First Aid and CPR certificate (HLTAID011 or equivalent)
- Current Australian driver’s licence and access to a reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
- Genuine empathy, patience, and a commitment to upholding the rights and dignity of people with disability
Desirable:
- Familiarity with the NDIS framework, Practice Standards, and the NDIS Code of Conduct
- Experience with medication administration and personal care procedures
- Proficiency in delivering services to culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities
- Experience supporting participants with psychosocial disability, acquired brain injury (ABI), or complex/high-intensity support needs.
About Us
Access Life Care is a registered NDIS provider delivering a comprehensive range of disability and allied health services across the ACT, NSW, and Queensland. Our services include Supported Independent Living (SIL), Short-Term Accommodation (STA), In-Home Support, High-Intensity Personal Care, Nursing Care, Day Programs, Social and Community Participation, Behaviour Support, Occupational Therapy, Psychosocial Recovery Coaching, and Life Skills Development.
We are driven by a person-centred philosophy — every service and interaction is tailored to the individual. We value cultural diversity, provide 24/7 on-call support, and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we service.
Location:- 44-52 Townshend Street, Phillip, ACT 2606
Salary:- 80,000 - 85,000/annually
Pay: $80,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- Current residency status ? - Temporary Resident or Permanent Resident/Citizen
- Current visa subclass/citizenship and work rights ?
Experience:
- Working with people with disability: 1 year (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
