About the Opportunity
- Permanent Part-Time position with a minimum of 20 hours per fortnight
- Can work across both Belfield and Campbelltown SIL Houses
- SCHADS Level 2.1 – starting from $33.41 per hour plus Salary packaging benefits up to $18,550 per year (pro rata), Penalty rates and Superannuation
- Flexible to work on different shifts: 4 to 8 hours across weekdays and weekends
- Fixed roster with the opportunity to pick up additional shifts in both houses
e.g. Two 4-hour shifts and two 6-hour shifts in Campbelltown, with additional shifts in Belfield. Morning, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts may also be offered.
Working with participants aged 20 to 60 years on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), you will positively engage people with various physical and mental health disabilities, contributing to making a meaningful difference by building their capacity with daily living, confidence in accessing the community and within themselves.
What you will be doing:
- Aiding with daily life activities both at home (meal preparation, cleaning, manual handling, etc) and in the community (budgeting and shopping routines).
- Supporting individuals with their educational and work-related endeavours.
- Facilitating access to various community, social, and recreational activities.
- Assisting with transportation to enable access to daily activities and engagements.
- NSW Drivers license (can be on Green P Plates), access to a reliable car and comprehensive car insurance are required for the role.
- Possession of a valid NSW Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Check is necessary.
- Holding a current First Aid Certificate is also a necessary qualification.
- Previous experience or qualifications in disability of young adults or aged care.
By joining Uniting as a Disability Support Worker, you can look forward to the following benefits:
- Maximum allowable up to $18,550 salary packaging available (prorata) (visit https://accesspay.com.au/ for more information).
- Comprehensive induction training from Day 1 including buddy shifts.
- $500 referral bonus can be generously rewarded for referring a friend who joins Uniting.
- Receive paid travel entitlements, making your work more convenient and accessible.
- Extensive opportunities for professional growth.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Corporate discounts and cash-back programs with major retailers
If the idea of working for a progressive not-for-profit organisation excites you, then please APPLY now.
Should you have any questions, please contact Sarah from Uniting’s Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] for more information.
Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, NDISWC, and Reference Checks.
Closing date: 11:55 pm, 22 June 2025, Sunday
ABOUT UNITING
When you are part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you are part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.
We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.
Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.
Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.
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