Community Support jobs in Adelaide SA

Make a Real Difference Every Day
DLi is seeking compassionate, experienced and motivated Community Support Workers to fill multiple casual roles in our Supported Independent Living (SIL) team across metropolitan Adelaide.

These roles are ideal for support workers who are passionate about empowering people with disability to live the life they choose, while promoting independence, dignity and meaningful community participation.

About DLi
DLi has been supporting South Australians for more than 40 years through a range of disability services, including:

Supported Independent Living

In-Home Support

Behaviour Support

Short-Term and Medium-Term Accommodation

Social and Community Participation

Our experienced teams are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred services that support people to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.

Our Values
At DLi, everything we do is guided by our values:

Impactful: We have a positive impact, supporting people to thrive and succeed.

Joyful: We create positive experiences and celebrate achievements.

Connected: We build strong relationships that foster safety, trust and belonging.

Supportive: We encourage and empower people to achieve their goals.

Genuine: We are respectful, honest and fair in all that we do.

A Busy Festive Season Ahead
We are expecting an increase in available shifts over the Christmas and New Year period, so now is a great time to join the team. Shifts worked on public holidays attract public holiday penalty rates.

What's in it for You?
At DLi, we value our people and invest in their growth and success. Benefits include:

Casual hourly rates commencing from $45.72 per hour

Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Comprehensive induction and onboarding program

Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation

Discounted Corporate Private Health Insurance through Medibank

The opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives every day

About the Roles
As a SIL Community Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support to clients living in DLi's Supported Independent Living (SIL) homes across metropolitan Adelaide. SIL supports clients to live as independently as possible in their own home, with support available around the clock.

Please note: these are SIL positions. They do not include shifts in our Social and Community Participation (SCP) programs.

You will work collaboratively with clients, families and support networks to help people achieve their goals, maintain their independence and participate meaningfully in their communities.

Support may include:

Personal care and daily living assistance

Supporting clients to access and take part in their community

Transport to appointments and activities

Medication assistance and health supports

Supporting clients with complex health needs

Building capacity and independent living skills

Meal preparation and cooking activities

Accurate record keeping and progress notes

Shift Availability
Shifts range from 2 to 8 hours, alongside passive sleepover shifts. We are seeking workers who can support a variety of shifts, including:

Morning shifts

Day shifts

Afternoon and evening shifts

Passive sleepover shifts

Availability for passive sleepover shifts is a key part of these roles. Please tell us about your sleepover availability when you apply.

As these are casual positions, shifts are allocated based on client needs and operational requirements, and no minimum hours can be guaranteed.

About You
To be successful in these roles, you will demonstrate:

A person-centred approach to support

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong documentation and record-keeping abilities

The ability to build rapport and maintain professional boundaries

Reliability, and flexibility to work across a 24/7 roster, including passive sleepovers

Experience supporting people with disability and/or complex support needs

Essential Requirements
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), Disability, Nursing, Community

Services or a related qualification

Current NDIS Worker Screening Check

Current Working with Children Check

Current First Aid and CPR Certificate

Current Manual Handling Training

Medication Administration certification

Mealtime Management training

Infection Control training

Evidence of Australian working rights

Current Australian Driver's Licence

Reliable and comprehensively insured vehicle available for work purposes

Highly Desirable
Current Epilepsy Management Training, including Midazolam administration

Current CPAP training and experience

MAPA (Management of Actual or Potential Aggression) or CPI training

Safe Environments for Children and Young People training

Experience supporting clients with complex medical and behavioural support needs

Diversity and Inclusion
DLi is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disability.

Apply Today
Join a values-driven organisation where your contribution matters and where every shift is an opportunity to positively impact someone's life.

We are seeking multiple casual SIL Community Support Workers across metropolitan Adelaide.

Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the advertisement may close early once suitable candidates are found, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.