- Competitive hourly rates from $35 to $46 + Super and penalties
- Supportive team environment with strong operational and clinical support
- Benefit from a consistent roster with regular, reliable shifts
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Support Worker to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a participant in Gladstone, SA. In this community-based role, you will support the participant to attend volunteer work, occupational therapy appointments, and access the community, while promoting independence, achieving individual goals, and enhancing their quality of life.
What you'll be doing
- Provide high-quality, person-centred 1:1 support to a participant with autism during community access, including volunteer work and occupational therapy appointments.
- Promote independence and support the participant to achieve their individual goals while building confidence within the community.
- Complete accurate documentation, progress notes, and required reporting in line with organisational requirements.
- 12 hours per fortnight, with a consistent roster of every second Monday (9:00 am – 3:00 pm) and every Friday (8:30 am – 12:00 pm).
You're the right person if...
- You enjoy building genuine relationships and providing meaningful, person-centred support that helps participants achieve their goals and maintain independence.
- You have experience supporting people with autism and understand the importance of consistency, communication, and creating a safe and encouraging environment.
- You are confident supporting community participation, including attending appointments and engaging in meaningful activities such as volunteer work.
- You have strong communication skills, a professional approach, and take pride in delivering high-quality support.
- You hold a current driver’s licence and have access to a reliable vehicle, as travel between Gladstone and Port Pirie is required.
Why Kanda
At Kanda, you'll join a team that genuinely invests in your success. From paid induction and supported shadow shifts to ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the training and support to feel confident in your role. Flexible casual and part-time opportunities, competitive pay, employee rewards, wellbeing initiatives, and a supportive on-call team mean you'll be backed both professionally and personally. Most importantly, you'll be part of an organisation where your work has real purpose and the people you support are always at the centre of what you do.
If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference while being supported by people who value your contribution, we'd love to hear from you.
Want to chat about this opportunity?
Reach out to Emma – Talent Acquisition Specialist on (07) 4111 1836.
Kanda is committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation.
We’re dedicated to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, respected and comfortable to be themselves. At Kanda, every voice matters, every culture is valued, and we believe that diverse perspectives aren’t just welcome — they’re essential to who we are and what we do.