About us
Zest Care is part of the Independence Australia Group. Independence Australia is a social enterprise that provides choices and services for people with a disability or other personal need.
Independence Australia has been positively impacting the lives of thousands of people since 1957. To read more about us, visit independenceaustralia.com.au
About the Role
We are building a reliable and flexible team of Family Support Workers to provide meaningful, localized support to families across metro and outer Sydney. This casual role offers a variety of shifts and is ideal for experienced support workers seeking flexible hours while making a genuine difference. Working 1-on-1 within the family home, your shifts will include a rewarding mix of practical, hands-on care. You will assist with daily routines like getting ready for school, cooking, and hygiene, as well as keeping kids safe during scheduled family visits and transporting them to appointments. You will also get to run fun activities with the kids, model positive routines for parents, and provide specialized support such as active overnights or newborn care (where any prior experience with babies is a huge plus).
About You
- The Right Experience: At least 12 months of experience working with kids, youth, or families in community services, disability support, or child services.
- Behaviour Support Skills: Comfort and experience in managing challenging behaviours with a calm, positive approach.
- Family & Disability Knowledge: A good understanding of child development, normal family routines, and how to support people living with mental health challenges or disabilities.
- Flexible availability for varied shifts
Qualifications & Checks:
- A Cert III or higher in Community Services, Individual Support, Child Care, Mental Health, Disability, or similar.
- Current First Aid Certificate.
- Valid Working with Children Check (WWCC).
- Ability to obtain a NDIS screening check
- Willingness to get a National Police Check.
- A current Driver’s Licence.
Why work with us
As a valued member of our team, you have access to a range of benefits and perks to ensure you thrive at Independence Australia Group, including:
- Salary Packaging Benefits: Access salary packaging to reduce your taxable income and significantly increase your take-home pay!
- Fortnightly Superannuation: We pay your Superannuation fortnightly to help grow your balance faster.
- Employee Support: Free, confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Attractive Casual Rates: Base rate of $29.22 – $35.95/hr + 25% casual loading, plus generous penalty rates for PM shifts and overnight active support.
- Work Locally: Shifts located across metro and outer Sydney
Work with Purpose
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to participate in life and the community, regardless of ability. Our aim is to improve the quality of life and provide access to products, resources and support to allow people to make choices to enhance their well-being and lifestyle, whether it’s in their own home, local community or in our residential facilities.
As a social enterprise, we redistribute the surplus funds generated through the sale of over 12,000 healthcare products, mobility aids, and equipment into programs that support people living with disability.
For a rewarding career where you can make a real difference and positive impact on peoples’ lives, APPLY NOW.
Commitment to Diversity
Independence Australia Group is an equal opportunity employer and believe our people should reflect the diverse communities we operate in. We encourage applications from people with a disability, CALD, LGBTQIA+ and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. If you have any questions about accessibility during recruitment or about the workplace, please contact our People Experience team on
[email protected] 