Job ID: ASN-2026-001
Hourly Rate
$43 – $47 per hour
Casual loading included. Weekend & public holiday penalties apply per SCHADS award.
About the role
Asina Disability Support is hiring experienced Disability Support Workers to provide person-centred NDIS support to participants across Armidale and the surrounding New England Region. You will work 1:1 and in small-group settings across community access, daily living, drop-in support and supported independent living.
This role requires demonstrated experience supporting people with Behaviours of Concern. You will need to be calm under pressure, skilled in de-escalation, and committed to positive behaviour support practice.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver 1:1 and small-group support aligned with each participant’s NDIS plan
- Support daily living tasks including personal care, meal preparation and household routines
- Facilitate community access, social participation and transport to appointments
- Provide positive behaviour support and evidence-based de-escalation
- Complete accurate, timely shift notes via the My Asina app
- Collaborate with family, support coordinators and allied health
- Uphold dignity, choice and the NDIS Practice Standards on every shift
Essential criteria
- Demonstrated experience supporting people with Behaviours of Concern
- Understanding of positive behaviour support and trauma-informed practice
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Reliability, professionalism and ability to work autonomously
- Current NSW driver’s licence and access to a reliable, insured vehicle
- Right to work in Australia
Desirable
- Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability or Community Services
- Experience with complex needs, autism spectrum, mental health or dual diagnosis
- Manual handling, medication administration or mealtime management training
- SIL, drop-in or overnight support experience
Mandatory clearances
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain before commencement)
- Current NSW Working with Children Check
- Current First Aid & CPR certificate
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module
Hours & shift pattern
Up to 20 hours per week across four fixed days, all 9:00am–2:00pm:
- Monday (5 hrs)
- Thursday (5 hrs)
- Saturday (5 hrs — weekend penalty rates apply)
- Sunday (5 hrs — Sunday penalty rates apply)
You don’t need to commit to all four days — tell us which you’re available for and we’ll build a roster that works.