* Work within a casual 24/7 roster in Cairns, Edmonton and Surrounds
* Open to experience & those entering the industry
* CPL workers now covered by the SCHADS award
Short Shifts, Big Impact: Join Our Cairns Support Team
Looking for flexible, meaningful work that fits your schedule? Do you want to make a real difference in people's lives—and prefer shorter shifts you can stack or mix each week? Jump in and join our purpose-driven team as a Direct Support Worker in Cairns
Why This Role is Made for You
* Pick up quick, rewarding 2-3 hour shifts that slot easily into your day—a perfect fit for parents, students, side hustlers, or anyone who wants to help without committing to long hours.
* Choose when you work: mornings, midday, afternoons, and occasional evenings or weekends. More availability, more shifts
* Enjoy paid training, penalty rates for nights/weekends, and genuine ongoing team support.
What You'll Do
* Assist clients with personal care routines (showering, dressing, and daily activities).
* Help with household tasks: meal prep, laundry, tidying, or errands.
* Accompany clients to appointments and join in community fun—shopping, walks, outings, or events.
* Support safe manual handling and use of equipment (training provided).
Who We're After
* Friendly, reliable communicators who bring positivity into every quick shift.
* Respectful and compassionate, with a real drive to help others feel independent and confident.
* Flexible in availability—whether weekday mornings, afternoons, or short-notice fill-ins (including some overnight if possible).
* Committed to our core values: inclusion, respect, teamwork, and courage.
What You Need
* Full AU driver's license and reliable car.
* Valid First Aid & CPR certificates.
* NDIS Worker Screening Check and Blue Card (we help if needed).
* NDIS Orientation Module Certificate (it's free)
* Commitment to infection control and safe PPE use.
* Smartphone (iOS 13.0+/Android 6.0+).
What's in It for You
* Competitive pay (with extra for weekends/nights).
* Paid training and supervised buddy shifts to help you settle in.
* Ongoing career development - we hire internally
* Build genuine connections with clients and staff
* Feel appreciated for every shift, every day.
Ready to start making a real impact—one short shift at a time? Apply now and join CPL - Choice, Passion, Life in Cairns, where your work-life balance and community spirit leads the way
The CPL Group acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging. We are committed to honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their unique cultural and spiritual relationship to land, water, and seas and their rich contribution to society.