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ACCORD CARE

ACCORD CARE is a trusted provider of person-centred disability support services to NDIS participants. We are committed to empowering individuals to live independently, achieve their goals, and enhance their quality of life through high-quality, compassionate care.

Our services include Supported Independent Living (SIL), In-Home Care, Community Participation, Short-Term Accommodation (STA), Community Nursing, and Allied Health Services.

About the Role

We are seeking experienced, compassionate, and resilient Disability Support Workers to join our team supporting a participant in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) home in Raceview, Ipswich.

This role involves providing person-centred support to an individual with complex mental health needs, including PTSD and behaviours of concern. Successful candidates will have experience supporting individuals who may display verbal and physical aggression and will be confident in applying trauma-informed and positive behaviour support approaches.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and thrive in a challenging yet rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance, including hygiene, grooming, and daily living support.
• Support the participant with household tasks, including meal preparation, cleaning, and laundry.
• Implement individual support plans and behaviour support strategies.
• Encourage independence, skill development, and community participation.
• Build positive and professional relationships with the participant and their support network.
• Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, and incident reporting.
• Promote the participant's dignity, choice, safety, and wellbeing at all times.
• Respond appropriately to challenging situations while maintaining a calm and professional approach.

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrated experience supporting individuals with PTSD, complex mental health needs, and behaviours of concern.
• Experience working with verbal and physical aggression in a disability, mental health, or community services setting.
• Strong resilience and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care and person-centred support practices.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• Valid Australian Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Desirable

• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability, Mental Health, Community Services, or a related field.
• Previous experience working within a Supported Independent Living (SIL) environment.
• Experience implementing Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies.
• Medication administration competency.

What We Offer

• Casual and Part-Time positions available.
• Competitive pay rates.
• 12% Superannuation.
• 5 weeks annual leave for eligible positions.
• Ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation.
• The opportunity to make a genuine impact in the lives of people living with disability.

 

Benefits

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• Salary packaging to boost your pay, plus penalty rates
• Fixed fortnightly rosters so you can actually plan your life
• Comprehensive onboarding, ongoing training and a wellbeing platform

Personal Support Workers

• 2-4 Hour fixed shifts - start at 6am or finish at 10pm
• Buddy shifts and all training provided
• Fixed roster - work around study or another role

About the Role

As a Personal Support Worker, you will provide direct, in-home support to clients living with acquired spinal cord injuries, helping them maintain independence and quality of life.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Personal Care including grooming, bathing, dressing and oral hygiene
• Assisting with transfers using hoists
• Toileting support, including bladder and bowel management
• Light domestic support such as meal preparation, cleaning and laundry

What We Offer

• Comprehensive onboarding program for Personal Support Workers
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Penalty rates for weekends, nights and public holidays
• Fixed rosters to support work-life balance
• Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
• Employee wellbeing platform for staff and their families

About You

We are looking for dedicated people who:

• Communicate clearly and build genuine connections with clients
• Can commit to a fixed fortnightly roster
• Hold a current driver's licence and have access to a reliable vehicle
• Hold, or willing to obtain, an NDIS Workers Screening Card and Working with Children Card
• Have relevant experience or qualifications in disability, nursing or community care is highly regarded

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About the Role

We are seeking compassionate and experienced support workers — or those with a strong interest in the field — to join our team in Brisbane's northside. A background in supporting individuals with intellectual disability is highly regarded. We are looking to build new teams in the Caboolture, Burpengary, Morayfield, and Brighton.

Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate III in Individual Support, Certificate IV in Disability, or other relevant qualifications are preferred, but not essential.
• A strong passion for supporting individuals with intellectual disability and a commitment to ongoing learning.
• Experience in disability support is highly valued.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with individuals, families, and other stakeholders.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check is required prior to commencement.
• Availability of a minimum of 2–3 shifts per week, including nights and sleepover shifts.
• Possession of an open driver's license and reliable transportation.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Respond to clients' needs and work collaboratively with their families, support networks, and other stakeholders in their lives.
• Accurately document activities, progress notes, and incident reports in a timely manner.
• Implement Positive Behaviour Support strategies when required, with training provided where necessary.
• Adhere to the NDIS Code of Conduct at all times.

Benefits

At Hope & Care Community Services, we recognise and value the unique contributions of every employee. We foster a culture of respect, inspiration, and connection to promote social inclusion and equality. Our team members enjoy the following benefits:

• Competitive hourly rates, with remuneration based on skills and experience.
• 24/7 support
• Opportunities for ongoing learning and development.
• Career advancement opportunities within the organisation.
• A strong focus on work-life balance.
• Flexible work hours
• Employee Assistance Program
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