Disability Support Worker
Awoma Disability Support Services Alice Springs, NT $72,000 – $80,000 + Superannuation Full-time | 38 Hours per Week
About Us
Awoma Disability Support Services is a trusted provider of disability support services across the Northern Territory and ACT. Since 2022, we have been committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support that empowers people living with disability to live independently, achieve their goals, and participate fully in their communities.
We are currently seeking compassionate, reliable, and motivated Disability Support Workers to join our growing team. If you are passionate about making a genuine difference in people's lives and enjoy working in a rewarding, people-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.
About the Role
As a Disability Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support to participants in their homes and within the community. You will play an important role in promoting independence, dignity, inclusion, and quality of life while supporting participants to achieve their individual goals.
Your duties may include:
· Personal care and daily living assistance
· Meal preparation and household support
· Community access and social participation
· Transport to appointments and activities
· Emotional, behavioural, and social support
· Supporting participants to develop life skills and independence
· Implementing behaviour support strategies and care plans
· Maintaining accurate progress notes and documentation
· Working collaboratively with families, carers, allied health professionals, and support teams
This role may involve a variety of shifts, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, sleepovers, and public holidays.
Why Join Awoma?
At Awoma, we recognise that great support starts with great people. We are committed to creating a supportive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow.
Benefits include:
· Competitive salary package of $72,000 – $80,000 plus superannuation
· Meaningful work that makes a real difference in people's lives
· Supportive and collaborative team environment
· Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
· Diverse and rewarding work across home and community settings
· Opportunity to develop your skills and career within a growing organisation
· Flexible and varied work environment
· Strong commitment to person-centred practice and quality support
Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role, you will have:
· Minimum 1 year experience in disability support, aged care, community services, or a similar support role, or a relevant certificate II or higher qualification
· A genuine passion for supporting people with disability
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
· Strong problem-solving abilities and initiative
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team
· Experience supporting participants with daily living activities
· Basic computer skills and confidence using mobile devices and electronic reporting systems
· Understanding of person-centred support principles
· Experience supporting people with complex needs, behaviours of concern, autism, intellectual disability, or psychosocial disability will be highly regarded
Preferred Requirements
Applicants must hold or be willing to obtain:
· Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, Aged Care, Community Services, or equivalent
· Current Driver Licence
· NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
· National Police Check
· Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
· Working with Vulnerable People clearance (or relevant State/Territory clearance)
· Right to work in Australia
Additional qualifications such as Medication Administration, Manual Handling, Positive Behaviour Support, Mental Health First Aid, Epilepsy Management, or Mealtime Management training will be highly regarded.
Apply Now
If you are a caring and dedicated individual who is passionate about empowering people with disability to live their best lives, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit:
· Current Resume
· Brief Cover Letter outlining your experience and motivation for the role
· Responses to the Selection Criteria Applications should be sent to [email protected]
Join Awoma and help create positive outcomes for people living with disability every day.
Pay: $72,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
