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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.
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.
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
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.
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Ongoing training & development
Supportive team environment where colleagues’ step in and help
Work for a values-driven not-for-profit organisation
Mon–Fri (AM shifts): $36.22/hr
Mon–Fri (Afternoon shifts): $40.75/hr
Mon–Fri (Night shifts): $41.65/hr
Saturday: $54.33/hr
Sunday: $72.44/hr
Public Holidays: $90.55/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
We’re looking for reliable, genuine people who want to build a career in disability support.
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
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
Wesley Mission Queensland is a not-for-profit organisation supporting people across disability, aged care, mental health, and community services for over 100 years.
Practical, person-centred support
Building independence and wellbeing
Supporting our employees as well as the people we serve
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.
Australian non-profit community service provider delivering aged care, disability, mental health, hospice, and crisis support across Queensland.
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