Role Highlights
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Contribute to positive change for people with disabilities
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Make a difference for South Australians
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Access excellent learning and development opportunities
Role Details
About the Role
• Assisting and supporting people living with a disability in all aspects of daily living, including but not limited to community inclusion, personal care, building and maintaining independence as well as interpersonal relationships.
• Numerous intakes in 2024.
• Roles are available in Kadina and Moonta.
About You
• Experience and knowledge of disability, mental health and/or positive behaviour support.
• Experience working in the area of complex behaviour support with people who need a stable and committed team around them.
• Committed to following Positive Behaviour Support Plans and able to demonstrate your experience working with behaviours of concern.
• Willing to learn new skills and adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of the person you support.
• Have a good understanding of person-centred practice.
• Hold a current South Australian Driver’s License.
• Have working entitlements to work within Australia.
• Must be flexible to work over a 7-day, 24-hour roster period including short shifts (minimum 3 hours).
• Hold a current ‘Provide First Aid Certificate’.
• Possess intermediate IT skills and knowledge.
• Certificate III Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent is desired.
How do I Apply?
• Complete the application form.
• Attach an up-to date CV/Resume that includes the names, addresses and contact phone numbers of three (3) current referees, one being your current line manager/supervisor.
• Attach a comprehensive cover letter of up to two (2) pages addressing the Role Specific Capabilities located in the Role Description.
• Attach a copy of your passport and working eligibility visa for those who are not Australian Citizens
Appointment is subject to:
• Current, full, C Class Australian drivers’ licence.
• A current Certificate in Provide First Aid.
• A satisfactory Disability Services Screening Assessment conducted by the Department, or a current NDIS Worker Check.
• Demonstrate to our satisfaction that you are physically capable of carrying out all the duties of the position which may be at your own expense.
• Compulsory attendance at an Induction/Training Program, Mentoring and other relevant training deemed necessary by the department.
• Must be vaccinated against COVID-19 with a TGA approved vaccine and provide proof of vaccination status prior to being appointed to the role.
Special Conditions
National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
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About the Business
Disability Services provides valuable support to the South Australian community through supported independent living, Transition to Home, quality and clinical services, and the DHS Equipment Program. As one of the largest providers, we supervise and help with everyday tasks to support people living with disability to live as independently as possible. Our Transition to Home initiative facilitates the timely discharge of people with a disability from hospital into the community.
We also fund equipment and home modifications for South Australians who are otherwise unfunded for these services through Commonwealth options. Equipment and home modifications, as well as the delivery, repair, maintenance and replacement of items, is funded by the DHS Equipment Program.
Contact Us
Enquiries to Disability Recruitment Team
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Diversity And Inclusion
DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the
full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people,
culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.
If you require assistance with this process,
please contact us at dhsrecruitment@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to
our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or
neurodivergent people to thrive in.
Application Instructions
Resume and Cover Letter
You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages, addressing how your skills and experience align with the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form. For more information about applying, refer to our
Job Application Guide
Screening Checks
If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check,
which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the
South Australia Police
or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body.
If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS,
including periodic assessment during your employment.
DHS is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equitable services to all South Australians.
This ensures that all people feel welcome to work with us and access our services, including people identifying as Aboriginal, living with disability, LGBTIQA+, youth, mature age,
and from different ethnic, linguistic, religious and cultural backgrounds.