Full job description

CODA Disability Support was established in 1989 and is an NDIS registered, not-for-profit organisation that provides Personal Care, In-Home Respite and Community Access supports to adults with a disability who live in the community.

Our office is based in Upper Mount Gravatt; however we provide supports to people in the extended Brisbane area.

We currently have multiple opportunities for Disability Support Workers to join our vibrant, hardworking and committed team on a casual basis, supporting clients in the Brisbane Bayside and Southside areas.

Candidates must be available to work sleepover shifts and be willing to travel between clients as required.

What CODA Disability Support can offer you:

• Flexible Working Hours, and a regular number of hours per week
• Competitive award pay rates, paid fortnightly
• Induction and training program, with ongoing Professional Development
• A strong, values-based workplace culture
• Exceptional support from our experienced agency support team
• Rewarding and meaningful work

We are looking for someone who has:

• Sleepover availability (inactive and active), with evening and/or morning hours attached to inactive sleepovers. We operate 24/7 and will require motivated talent to assist our clients across all shifts.
• Experience working as a Disability Support Worker or related field (desirable).
• A passion to support people living with a disability.
• Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and resilience skills.
• Full understanding of professional boundaries.
• Experience in personal care, hoisting clients, managing challenging behaviour, and/or administering medication is preferred.

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• Valid NDIS Worker Screening Card / Yellow Card (or willingness to obtain)
• Access to your own phone and email/internet
• Current QLD Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates
• Desirable: Certificate III or IV in Aged Care, Disability, or Community Services (or related field). Nursing students are encouraged to apply.

CODA staff are passionate, reliable, flexible, and dedicated to our clients. If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications, skills, and experience using the APPLY NOW button. Please ensure to include whether you currently hold a valid NDIS Worker Screening Card / Yellow Card.

CODA Disability Support recognise our duty of care to protect all staff and stakeholders against the risk of infection. The successful candidate will be required to adhere to all CODA Disability Support policies and procedures, inclusive of current and future immunisation policies. Proof of compliance may be required prior to confirmation of appointment to the position.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $40.14 – $45.28 per hour

Benefits:

• Salary packaging

Application Question(s):

• How far are you willing to travel from home for a shift? (i.e. 30 minutes)
• Are you available for sleepover shifts?

Experience:

• Disability Support Worker: 1 year (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• NDIS Worker Screening Card / Yellow Card (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)
• Work Location: In person