Disability Support Worker

About the role

Join Wesley Mission Queensland as a Disability Support Worker in our Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) team.

This is hands-on, meaningful work where you support vulnerable people with disability to build independence in their everyday lives.

In this role, you will:

- Led by Registered Nurses
- Trained to practice High Intensity Supports (i.e. Dysphasia management, Epilepsy, Tracheostomy).
- Provide personal care and daily living support (meals, hygiene, household tasks)
- Support individuals to build independence and life skills
- Assist with community access and participation
- Work collaboratively with a team to deliver active supports and, person-centred care

What your day can look like

No two days are the same. You might:

- Help someone cook their first independent meal
- Support a resident to confidently leave home and access the community
- Deliver responsive support to individuals with complex needs, ensuring they feel safe and supported.
- Build trust through everyday routines, conversations, and shared activities

This is practical, real work where you can see the impact you make.

What’s in it for you

- Free secure on-site parking
- Career progression across various “internal” disability support programs or the wider WMQ business
- Ongoing training & development
- Supportive team environment where colleagues’ step in and help
- Work for a values-driven not-for-profit organisation

Permanent DSW Pay Rates:

- Mon–Fri (AM shifts): $34.58/hr
- Mon–Fri (Afternoon shifts): $38.90/hr
- Mon–Fri (Night shifts): $39.77/hr
- Saturday: $51.87/hr
- Sunday: $69.16/hr
- Public Holidays: $86.45/hr
- Sleepover allowance: $62.11

Let's be honest
This is a highly rewarding role within a complex support environment.

- You'll work alongside people with diverse and sometimes complex support needs
- Every day brings different situations and opportunities to make a difference
- Building trust, skills, and independence takes time and consistency

The reward is seeing the progress people make and knowing you played a part in helping them achieve their goals

About you

We’re looking for reliable, genuine people who want to build a career in disability support.

You will have:

- A caring, respectful, and patient approach
- Ability to stay calm under pressure
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A genuine interest in supporting people to live independently

Requirements

- Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent
- Current Australian Driver’s Licence – with full comprehensive motor vehicle insurance
- NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
- Current First Aid & CPR
- Ability to work across Sinnamon Park location
- Strong written and verbal communication skills

About the service

Our Supported Disability Accommodation is more than a service - it’s a home.

We focus on:

- Supporting choice and independence
- Building confidence through everyday routines
- Creating a safe, consistent, and respectful environment

About Wesley Mission Queensland

Wesley Mission Queensland is a not-for-profit organisation supporting people across disability, aged care, mental health, and community services for over 100 years.

We focus on:

- Practical, person-centred support
- Building independence and wellbeing
- Supporting our employees as well as the people we serve

Apply now

If you're looking for:

- A Disability Support Worker role with real impact
- A supportive, team-based environment

Click Apply Now to join Wesley Mission Queensland.