Disability Support Worker / Employment Support Specialist
Fraser Coast – Maryborough, Hervey Bay & surrounds
YOU Queensland is looking for a reliable team member to work across bothdisability support and employment supports.
This is a varied, hands‐on role supporting participants in their day‐to‐day lives while also helping them build skills, confidence, and pathways into employment.
Some days you'll be out in the community providing support, other days you'll be working on job readiness or supporting someone in a workplace.
What you'll be doing:
Disability Support:
* Personal care (as required)
* Household support (cooking, cleaning, daily living tasks)
* Community access and social support
* Transport to appointments and activities
* Supporting participants to build independence and work towards their goals
Employment Supports:
* Building work readiness skills (routine, communication, confidence)
* Assisting with resumes, job applications and interview prep
* Identifying suitable job opportunities aligned with participant goals
* Supporting participants in work experience or employment
* On-the-job support where required
What we're looking for:
* Someone reliable who shows up and follows through
* A practical, down‐to‐earth approach
* Genuine interest in helping people build independence and get into work
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Experience in disability and/or employment supports preferred
Requirements:
* NDIS Worker Screening Card
* Blue Card
* First Aid & CPR
* Police Check
* Driver's Licence
* Reliable, fully insured vehicle
* Relevant qualification (Individual Support, Community Services or similar)
The role:
* Work is based on participant needs and scheduled supports
* Consistent weekday availability is required
* Participants are supported by the same staff each week, so reliability and consistency are essential
* Work across the Fraser Coast (Maryborough, Hervey Bay & surrounds)
* Mix of community-based and employment-focused work
* Ongoing support from an experienced team
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