Scope Disability Support Worker jobs

About the Role

Access Life Care is seeking compassionate and dedicated Disability Support Workers to join our growing team in Canberra. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity with one of the ACT’s trusted registered NDIS providers, committed to delivering person-centred, high-quality support to individuals living with disability.

You will work alongside participants in their homes, in our Supported Independent Living (SIL) facilities, and out in the community — helping them to live independently, pursue their goals, and engage meaningfully in everyday life.

This role operates across a rotating roster, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends, to meet the 24/7 support needs of our participants.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of $80,000 – $85,000 per annum plus superannuation
• Permanent, full-time employment with a growing and stable NDIS provider
• Ongoing professional development, training, and upskilling opportunities
• Supportive, culturally sensitive and inclusive team environment
• Meaningful work that genuinely improves participants’ quality of life
• 24/7 on-call management support for all staff
• Clear career progression pathways within the organisation

Responsibilities

• Supporting participants with daily activities including mobility assistance, personal care, medication management, housekeeping tasks, and meal preparation
• Engaging with participants and their families to discuss, negotiate and agree on the nature and scope of care and support to be delivered
• Providing emotional support and assisting participants in managing challenges such as low mood, confusion, and grief
• Identifying and facilitating community-based social, recreational, and cultural activities appropriate to each participant’s interests and NDIS plan goals
• Helping participants understand and access the disability support services available to them under the NDIS
• Supporting participants in pursuing training and employment goals as part of their individual support plan
• Recognising, managing, and responding to risks and emergency situations within a home care environment
• Maintaining accurate and timely records including daily progress notes, incident reports, and care plan documentation

What We Are Looking For

Essential:

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), Community Services, or a related field.
• Candidates must demonstrate at least one to two years of practical experience in a disability support role or a related field within the health, aged care, or community services sector
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement)
• Valid Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration in the ACT
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate (HLTAID011 or equivalent)
• Current Australian driver’s licence and access to a reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Genuine empathy, patience, and a commitment to upholding the rights and dignity of people with disability

Desirable:

• Familiarity with the NDIS framework, Practice Standards, and the NDIS Code of Conduct
• Experience with medication administration and personal care procedures
• Proficiency in delivering services to culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities
• Experience supporting participants with psychosocial disability, acquired brain injury (ABI), or complex/high-intensity support needs.

About Us

Access Life Care is a registered NDIS provider delivering a comprehensive range of disability and allied health services across the ACT, NSW, and Queensland. Our services include Supported Independent Living (SIL), Short-Term Accommodation (STA), In-Home Support, High-Intensity Personal Care, Nursing Care, Day Programs, Social and Community Participation, Behaviour Support, Occupational Therapy, Psychosocial Recovery Coaching, and Life Skills Development.

We are driven by a person-centred philosophy — every service and interaction is tailored to the individual. We value cultural diversity, provide 24/7 on-call support, and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we service.

Location:- 44-52 Townshend Street, Phillip, ACT 2606

Salary:- 80,000 - 85,000/annually

Pay: $80,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person