Disability Support Worker

Somerville Community Services

Katherine, Katherine and Northern Australia NT

Aged and Disability Support (Community Services and Development)

Part time

36 to 39ph + penalties + salary packaging

Disability Support Services

Individual Support

Medication Administration

About Somerville Community Services

Somerville is a for-purpose, community-based organisation that has supported Territorians for over 60 years. We specialize in high-quality disability services that empower people to live the life they choose. As a registered NDIS provider, we deliver individualized support across the Northern Territory, with a focus on respectful, person-centred relationships that promote choice, dignity, and independence.

About the role

We are seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to join our team in permanent part-time and casual positions.

We’re looking for reliable, professional support workers who are genuinely committed to the people they support and the work they do. You’ll bring a strong focus on active support, building independence and enabling participants to achieve their goals.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, your focus will be on providing person-centred support that makes a real difference in daily life. This includes:

Promoting independence, confidence, and skill-building through daily activities and community engagement

Following individual support and health plans, including safe medication administration

Assisting with personal care, mobility, and daily living tasks

Maintaining accurate records and safeguarding participant wellbeing through confidentiality and professional boundaries

Responding to behaviours of concern in line with support plans and positive behaviour strategies

Contributing to a respectful, collaborative, and values-driven team culture

What you’ll bring

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

Experience providing person-centred support across personal care, daily living activities and community participation

Ability to follow support plans and health care plans, and safely implement behaviour strategies

Commitment to participant safety, dignity, and ethical practice in line with the NDIS Code of Conduct

Strong documentation and system skills, ensuring accurate and timely records

Knowledge of infection control, safe manual handling, and WHS responsibilities

A demonstrated commitment to reliability, punctuality and consistent attendance, recognising the importance of continuity of support for participants

Desirable

Certificate III (or higher) in Individual Support, Disability, or a related field

Experience in Supported Independent Living (SIL) or similar environments

Experience supporting participants with behaviours of concern

Experience with complex health needs, including enteral feeding, dysphagia support, complex bowel/wound care, epilepsy, catheter care, and diabetes monitoring

Mandatory compliance requirements

To be considered for interview, you must hold all of the following current documentation at the time of application:

Australian Driver’s Licence

National Criminal History Check

NT Ochre Card (Working with Children Clearance)

NDIS Worker Screening Clearance

NDIS Worker Orientation Module 'Quality, Safety and You' certificate of completion

First Aid and CPR Certificate

Influenza vaccination

Full Australian working rights

Why work with us

You’ll be part of an experienced team committed to delivering safe, consistent and high-quality support. You’ll have real opportunities to build your skills, broaden your experience and progress your career.

We also offer:

Not-for-profit salary packaging (potential to increase your take-home pay by up to approx. 6,400 per year).

Paid parental leave

Comprehensive and specialist training to build confidence and skills

Clear career pathways with opportunities for higher duties and internal progression

A strong focus on employee wellbeing and engagement

Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience, skills, and what makes you a great fit for this role.

If you have any questions or require adjustments to participate in the application process

Somerville is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and communities.

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

Contact us at recruitment@somerville.org.au or call 0889204100