About the Role
As a Support Worker within our Individual Services Programs, you will have the opportunity to support children and young adults to:
* Grow everyday confidence in practical, real‐life situations.
* Strengthen their decision‐making, independence, and social skills.
* Build relationships and community connections.
* Celebrate achievements, no matter how big or small.
Advantages, Perks & Wellbeing
* 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 $15,900 annually.
* Perkbox – Access everyday savings, discounts, and wellbeing resources.
* Family‐Friendly Workplace – Flexible support to help you balance home and work life.
* Accessibility & Wellbeing – Inclusive workplace with support for employees with disability, including tailored adjustments, flexible work options and a psychologically safe environment.
* Learning & Career Growth – Ongoing training, development, and opportunities to advance your career, with your contributions always valued.
Skills & Experience
* Flexible and reliable, with availability across a range of shifts including mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends.
* Proven experience in the disability sector; lived experience of disability is highly valued.
* Experience supporting individuals with mental health needs and implementing Behaviour Support Plans.
* Demonstrated experience supporting customers with autism and/or complex behaviours.
* Confident and experienced in manual handling practices.
* Skilled in supporting people with diverse physical, cognitive and behavioural needs, always delivering person‐centred, respectful care.
* Ability to provide support across multiple environments including on‐site, in customer homes and within the community (Sunshine Coast region).
* Strong ability to remain calm under pressure, think on your feet and provide consistent, confident support in challenging situations.
* Positive, team‐oriented attitude with a genuine commitment to supporting customers to achieve their goals.
* Passionate about continuous learning, building connections and supporting independence.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Northcott actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process and throughout employment. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected and supported to progress. Northcott welcomes applications from and ensures no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, culture, LGBTIQ+ identity, disability, gender, age, religion or caring responsibilities. We welcome bilingual and multilingual applicants, recognising the important role language and cultural understanding play in connecting with and supporting our diverse communities. If you require an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, if you have a preferred contact method or require any information provided in an alternative format, please contact Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at diversity@northcott.com.au.
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