Job Description
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About the Role:
As a Support Worker, you’ll support people with disabilities—many with complex behaviours—to live safe, meaningful, and fulfilling lives.
You’ll provide consistent, one-on-one support that helps clients build independence, regulate emotions, and work towards their personal goals. Using calm, respectful and person-centred approaches, you’ll support clients at home and in the community to do the things that matter to them.
From everyday routines like cooking and personal care to creative activities, outings, and community participation, your support will make a real difference. Shifts may include afternoons, evenings, and sleepovers.
Benefits:
SCHAD’s Award Level 2 Pay rates from $34.58 – $37.73 (base rate) or $43.23 - $47.16 (casual rate)
Flexible rostered hours
Fitness Passport access for you and your family (eligibility criteria applies)
Training and professional development opportunities
Annual flu vaccination
Real job satisfaction—make a difference every day
Duties:
Support clients with complex behaviours using positive, consistent approaches
Follow behaviour support plans and help clients work towards their individual goals
Support daily living, personal care, and health needs where required
Encourage independence through meaningful activities and routines
Build strong, trusting relationships with clients and their families
Respond calmly and confidently to challenging situations
Skills and Experience:
Essential:
Experience supporting people with complex behaviours or high support needs
A calm, patient, and resilient approach
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to adapt and problem-solve in challenging situations
Availability for shift work, including weekends and sleepovers
Driver’s Licence, Working With Children Check, and NSW NDIS Worker Screening Check
Ability to pass a National Criminal History Check
Access to a personal vehicle for work use, if required
Desirable:
Certificate III or IV in Disability Support (or equivalent)
Understanding of behaviour support or NDIA processes
Creative or practical skills that help engage clients and support positive outcomes
About Us:
For over 65 years, Challenge Community Services has been empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We provide disability accommodation, foster care, allied health, and supported employment services – all with a focus on inclusion and respect.
How to apply
When applying, please ensure you include a cover letter, resume and address the key selection criteria as part of your application.
To apply and view the Position Description please click on the 'apply now' button below or visit our website: www.challengecommunity.org.au
Confidential enquiries can be made by contacting Brooke Sullivan
via email brooke.sullivan@challengecommunity.org.au
Closing Date - 20th February 2026
We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which we work and live, and pay my respects to their elders past and present.
JOIN US - SHAPE LIVES - BUILD YOUR CAREER
About the Role:
As a Support Worker, you’ll support people with disabilities—many with complex behaviours—to live safe, meaningful, and fulfilling lives.
You’ll provide consistent, one-on-one support that helps clients build independence, regulate emotions, and work towards their personal goals. Using calm, respectful and person-centred approaches, you’ll support clients at home and in the community to do the things that matter to them.
From everyday routines like cooking and personal care to creative activities, outings, and community participation, your support will make a real difference. Shifts may include afternoons, evenings, and sleepovers.
Benefits:
SCHAD’s Award Level 2 Pay rates from $34.58 – $37.73 (base rate) or $43.23 - $47.16 (casual rate)
Flexible rostered hours
Fitness Passport access for you and your family (eligibility criteria applies)
Training and professional development opportunities
Annual flu vaccination
Real job satisfaction—make a difference every day
Duties:
Support clients with complex behaviours using positive, consistent approaches
Follow behaviour support plans and help clients work towards their individual goals
Support daily living, personal care, and health needs where required
Encourage independence through meaningful activities and routines
Build strong, trusting relationships with clients and their families
Respond calmly and confidently to challenging situations
Skills and Experience:
Essential:
Experience supporting people with complex behaviours or high support needs
A calm, patient, and resilient approach
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to adapt and problem-solve in challenging situations
Availability for shift work, including weekends and sleepovers
Driver’s Licence, Working With Children Check, and NSW NDIS Worker Screening Check
Ability to pass a National Criminal History Check
Access to a personal vehicle for work use, if required
Desirable:
Certificate III or IV in Disability Support (or equivalent)
Understanding of behaviour support or NDIA processes
Creative or practical skills that help engage clients and support positive outcomes
About Us:
For over 65 years, Challenge Community Services has been empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We provide disability accommodation, foster care, allied health, and supported employment services – all with a focus on inclusion and respect.
How to apply
When applying, please ensure you include a cover letter, resume and address the key selection criteria as part of your application.
To apply and view the Position Description please click on the 'apply now' button below or visit our website: www.challengecommunity.org.au
Confidential enquiries can be made by contacting Brooke Sullivan
via email brooke.sullivan@challengecommunity.org.au
Closing Date - 20th February 2026
We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which we work and live, and pay my respects to their elders past and present.
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