Support Worker

Tamworth - Australia

Hourly Salary: $ 30 - 35

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Empowering independence. Building confidence. Creating possibility.

Casual Support Worker positions available in Tamworth that offer varied shift times that support work-life balance & flexibility to accommodate other priorities such as study and carer responsibilities.
This is meaningful work where your presence truly matters backed by ongoing professional development and training to support your growth and open doors to future career opportunities.
Make a real difference in peoples lives every day and be part of a purpose-driven values-based organisation. Northcott offers a great range of employee benefits including Perkbox salary packaging and discounted gym memberships to support your wellbeing in and out of work.

About Northcott:

At Northcott we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live life their way. As a not-for-profit disability service provider we support people with disability to explore possibilities achieve goals and live the life they choose.

With more than 90 years of experience and a strong presence across NSW QLD and the ACT Northcott is one of Australias largest and most trusted disability service organisations. Every year we provide people with a disability along with their families and carers personalised and empowering support.

We are a registered NDIS provider employing more than 3000 dedicated staff across metropolitan and regional locations.

Before applying for a role at Northcott we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story

What I Will Be Doing:

As a Support Worker at Northcott I will empower customers to live as independently and confidently as possible supporting them to build daily living skills maintain their health and safety and stay connected to their community.

I will support customers with personal care in a way that promotes dignity and independence. This could include showering toileting continence support.
I will assist with safe manual handling using equipment such as hoists and transfer aids.
I will follow individual care plans to support health needs such as epilepsy and wound care.
I will administer medication safely and accurately according to medication management plans.
I will prepare and support mealtimes according to mealtime management plans.
I will help customers maintain a clean and safe home environment for example light cleaning laundry shopping.
I will assist with community access social inclusion and everyday outings. I am comfortable behind the wheel and happy to help customers get where they need to go or open to learning how to drive a wheelchair-accessible van.
I will encourage and enable daily living skills to build confidence and independence.

About You:

Northcott is looking for friendly and welcoming Support Workers who are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people with disability. Whether youre beginning your career or bringing years of experience we value enthusiasm creativity and a genuine commitment to supporting others. Opportunities are available across our Accommodation services Every Day Life Skills programs and Individual Services giving you the chance to make an impact in ways that matter most to customers.

I see possibility and potential not limitations.
I am passionate about building confidence and independence in others.
I will offer support that uplifts not just assistance.
I will bring a calm curious and consistent approach to your work.
I recognise that learning looks different for everyone.
I will take the time to listen deeply respond thoughtfully and adjust as needed.
I will create spaces where people feel safe respected and genuinely valued.
I am dependable adaptable and motivated to help others grow.
I embrace diversity and understand the value of different perspectives.

As a Support Worker at Northcott I will support people with disability to reach their goalsno matter the size. Whether its getting ready for a job forming new friendships or having more control over daily choices I will be there every step of the way.

Position Description

Why I Want This Role at Northcott

At Northcott we believe in looking after the people who drive our organisation. Thats why we offer a range of fantastic employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing lifestyle and career growth.

Exclusive Discounts & Benefits Enjoy discounted health insurance gym memberships motor services and more.
Salary Packaging Boost your take-home pay and save on tax with up to $15900 annually. Enjoy the benefits of salary packagingno matter where else you work.
Perkbox Access everyday savings discounts and wellbeing resources our way of supporting you beyond the pay packet.
Family-Friendly Workplace Flexible support to help you balance home and work life.
Learning & Career Growth Ongoing training development and opportunities to advance your career with your contributions always valued.

Help others live their best life. Start your next chapter and apply today!

Empowering independence. Building confidence. Creating possibility.Casual Support Worker positions available in Tamworth that offer varied shift times that support work-life balance & flexibility to accommodate other priorities such as study and carer responsibilities.This is meaningful work where...