NDIS support worker - casual
NDIS support worker - casual
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$ 34 - 42
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Job Description
Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country with a population of 240000 residents Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.
Our people are focused on driving community outcomes programs and services to innovate inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its communitys vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feelwelcomebelongandsucceed.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Seniors and Disability Services team provide a range of quality direct services to the Cumberland community to promote social inclusion enhance quality of life and increase capacity for seniors and people with disability to participate in the community whilst maintaining overall wellbeing and independence.
The team are focused on the delivery of Cumberlands Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2022-2026 the creation of more liveable places and inclusive communities recognising the rights and contributions of people with disability and championing diversity within the Cumberland community.
We have an exciting opportunity within our Seniors and Disability Services team for casual NDIS Support Workers to provide a range of quality direct services.
This position is responsible for providing meaningful and necessary direct support to adult customers with disability in accordance with their care plans and NDIS goals. Transporting customers safely to outings maintaining customer attendance records and ensuring that customers are engaged in the program they are attending is also part of this diverse role.
The successful applicant will require:
- Class C drivers licence
- NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- Demonstrated ability to relate and engage with people with disability and their carers
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Sound written skills with a demonstrated ability to write clear and concise care support notes and mandatory forms
- Ability to work as part of a team be flexible and have good time management skills
- Experience working with volunteers.
Download the position description here for more information.
About this role:
- Casual positions available with shifts including weeknights and weekends as required based on various programs and service delivery
- Arrangements for availabilities across a spread of hours including:
- Tuesday - Friday : 4:00pm - 9:30pm
- Friday - 9:30am - 3:00pm
- Saturday- 5:30pm - 11:30pm
- Sunday - 9:30am -4:00pm.
- This role is predominantly located at Councils Merrylands office with frequent travel required across Council worksites and may be required to work across any of Councils work locations
Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
- Grade 6 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with an hourly rate of $34.68 to $42.48 per hour plus 12% superannuation
- 25% casual loading additional penalty rates apply in the weekend and for shifts worked after 8:00pm.
What youll need to have for this role:
- The right to live and work in Australia
- Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as required
- Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Councils Health Monitoring Procedure as required
- Provide evidence of your vaccination status as part of the employment screening process in accordance with Councils COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER
- Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
- Corporate Health Insurance discounts
- Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning paid leave to undertake annual skin checks COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
- Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
- Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
- Access to Councils Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
ABOUT US
Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application if required and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain undertake or remain in child-related employment.
Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process please contact the hiring manager during the application process.
ENQUIRIES
ContactPaul Spiteri Access and Inclusion Team Leader onor for further information.
Closing date: 11:59pm Tuesday 16 September 2025
HOW TO APPLY
To submit your application for this position please complete the questionnaire. Youll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.
Employment Type
Full-Time
