Female Disability Support Worker - Mental Health Exp. Beneficial (Casual)
- Provide person-centred support to individuals with disabilities.
- Assist with daily living activities and community participation.
- Offer emotional support, particularly for individuals with mental health needs.
About the role
Cardinal Care Support Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Disability Support Worker to join our team across Logan and the Gold Coast. This is a casual position offering flexibility while making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. You will provide personcentred support to service users, assisting with daily living activities, community participation, and achieving personal goals. Experience in mental health support is highly beneficial for this role.
What youll be doing
Daily living support assisting with personal care, meal preparation, and household tasks
Community participation supporting service users to engage in social and recreational activities
Emotional support providing companionship, especially for individuals with mental health needs
Goal development helping service users build independence and achieve personal goals
Record keeping maintaining accurate notes on support provided and progress
Communication collaborating with service users, families, and the wider support team
Following support plans adapting approaches to meet diverse and individualised needs
Promoting dignity ensuring respectful, personcentred interactions
Responding to concerns identifying changes in wellbeing and escalating appropriately
Creating safe environments contributing to an inclusive and supportive setting
What were looking for
Certificate III in Disability Support or equivalent, or willingness to train
Experience supporting individuals with disabilities
Mental health support experience (highly desirable)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Empathy, patience, and commitment to personcentred care
Ability to work independently and within a team
Reliability and flexibility
Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
First Aid certification (preferred)
Respect for diversity and individual differences
What we offer
Flexible casual work arrangements
Opportunity to make a genuine impact
Supportive team culture with training and development
Fair and competitive remuneration
Inclusive workplace environment
Resources and guidance to help you succeed
About us
Cardinal Care Support Services is a committed provider of aged and disability support services across Queensland. We deliver highquality, personcentred care that empowers individuals to live fulfilling lives. Our mission is to support vulnerable community members with dignity, compassion, and respect. We value collaboration, inclusion, and a supportive workplace where staff feel appreciated and equipped to thrive.
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