Autism jobs in South Australia

Introduction:
Why join Lutheran Disability Services?

Lutheran Disability Services supports people living with a disability and their families through the delivery of high quality in home and community participation supports. Our valuable teams focus supports on building friendships, identifying areas of interest, supporting our clients to connect with their community, grow their skills and increase their independence all whilst having fun and living life to the fullest.

LDS Support Workers are an important part of our values-based organisation where dignity, respect, empowerment and client-centred practice, are at the heart of everything we do.

Description:
About this role

We are looking for an experienced (minimum 2 years) Support Worker, to assist a client living in their own home and accessing the local community. You will have relevant knowledge in supporting a person living with Autism. Your role will include providing respectful, caring, person-centred supports and assisting the client with everyday activities including; recreational activities, transport, personal care, building friendships and working towards achieving personal goals. Your supports will encourage the persons independence, choice and inclusion in all areas of their life.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference in a person’s everyday life and be part of a larger dedicated, supportive team environment.

Skills and Experiences:
What you’ll be doing

Supporting the client with daily living activities, including routine setting, personal care, meal preparation, mobility support and medication management.
Ensuring the client is actively engaged in all decision making relating to their care and day to day supports
Assisting the client to access community resources, services, day options and recreational activities.
Encouraging the client to build their confidence, develop skills and work towards their personal goals.
Providing emotional support in a respectful and empowering way.
Working collaboratively with the client’s families and other professionals to support individual needs.
Documenting client progress and reporting changes in behaviour, wellbeing or health to the appropriate team members.
Maintaining a safe environment by following health and safety procedures, reporting hazards and supporting cleanliness.
Participating in training (including pool safety) to stay up to date with best practice in disability support.
You will be available for both day and overnight shifts and be able to support others in your team at short notice (emergency)

About you

The successful applicant will be a compassionate, flexible and reliable individual, with a genuine passion for supporting people to live with dignity, choice and independence. You are a great communicator, build respectful relationships easily and bring a calm, practical approach to problem solving. You are looking for an opportunity to join a great, supportive team and grow your career experience in disability. If this sounds like you, please apply.

If you have any questions, please contact the HR Team at jobs@ldssa.org.au.

Please note only candidates that meet our selection criteria will be contacted.

Successful applicants will be expected to attend an induction on 12 and 13 November 2026.