About this 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:
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Help someone cook their first independent meal
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Support a resident to confidently leave home and access the community
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Deliver responsive support to individuals with complex needs, ensuring they feel safe and supported.
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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
About youWe’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
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Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent
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Current Australian Driver’s Licence – with full comprehensive motor vehicle insurance
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NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
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Current First Aid & CPR
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Ability to work at our Wynnum West location
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Relevant probity checks
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About the service
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Our Supported Disability Accommodation is more than a service - it’s a home.
We focus on:
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Supporting choice and independence
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Building confidence through everyday routines
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Creating a safe, consistent, and respectful environment
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About Wesley Mission Queensland
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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:
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Practical, person-centred support
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Building independence and wellbeing
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Supporting our employees as well as the people we serve
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Apply now
If you're looking for:
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A Disability Support Worker role with real impact
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A supportive, team-based environment
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Click Apply Now to join Wesley Mission Queensland.