Support Worker

Location: Mareeba, QLD (Travel allowance available for the right candidate travelling from Cairns.)

New Heights Nursing & Disability Services is a family-owned, nurse-led NDIS provider supporting participants throughout Mareeba and the Tablelands.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for compassionate, reliable and motivated Support Workers who are passionate about making a genuine difference in people's lives.

Unlike larger providers, we pride ourselves on knowing our staff personally. You'll receive ongoing support from Registered Nurses, have direct access to management, and become part of a close-knit team that values communication, professionalism and high-quality care.

You will provide person-centred support to NDIS participants in their homes and within the community. Every participant is different, so no two days are the same.

Your duties may include:

• Personal care and assistance with daily living

• Community access and social outings

• Meal preparation and light domestic assistance

• Transport to appointments and activities

• Medication assistance (where appropriate)

• Manual handling and mobility assistance

• Supporting participants to achieve their goals

• Completing accurate progress notes and documentation

We're looking for someone who is:

• Compassionate and genuinely enjoys supporting others

• Reliable and punctual

• A strong communicator

• Professional in their presentation and attitude

• Able to work independently and use initiative

• Flexible with availability, including mornings, evenings and weekends

• Willing to travel throughout Mareeba and the Tablelands when required

Experience in one or more of the following is highly regarded:

• Disability Support

• Aged Care

• Community Care

• Nursing or Allied Health

• Mental Health Support

• High-intensity supports (desirable but not essential)

A Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability or a related qualification is highly regarded but not essential for the right candidate.

✔ Current First Aid & CPR Certificate

✔ NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)

✔ Queensland Blue Card (or willingness to obtain)

✔ National Police Check

✔ Current Australian Driver Licence, Reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance

✔ Valid Australian working rights

✔ Nurse-led organisation with ongoing Registered Nurse support

✔ Small, supportive team where you're genuinely appreciated

✔ Flexible shifts to suit your availability

✔ Ongoing training and professional development

If you're passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred support and want to work for a provider that genuinely values both its participants and staff, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now through Indeed or email your resume to:
*****@newheightsdisability.com.au