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DLi is seeking compassionate, experienced and motivated Female Community Support Workers to join our casual support team. We currently have opportunities available supporting a female participant in the Windsor Gardens area, with additional opportunities across Adelaide Metro.

This role is ideal for support workers who are passionate about empowering people with disability to live the life they choose while promoting independence, dignity and meaningful community participation.

About DLi

DLi has been supporting South Australians for more than 40 years through a range of disability services including:

• Supported Independent Living
• In-Home Support
• Behaviour Support
• Short-Term and Medium-Term Accommodation
• Social and Community Participation

Our experienced teams are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred services that support people to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.

Our Values

At DLi, everything we do is guided by our values:

Impactful - We have a positive impact, supporting people to thrive and succeed.
Joyful - We create positive experiences and celebrate achievements.
Connected - We build strong relationships that foster safety, trust and belonging.
Supportive - We encourage and empower people to achieve their goals.
Genuine - We are respectful, honest and fair in all that we do.

What's in it for You?

At DLi, we value our people and invest in their growth and success.

Benefits include:

• Casual hourly rates commencing from $45.72 per hour
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive induction and onboarding program
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Insurance through Medibank
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives every day

About the Role

As a Community Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support to participants across Supported Independent Living (SIL), Community Participation and In-Home Support services.

You will work collaboratively with participants, families and support networks to assist individuals to achieve their goals, maintain independence and participate meaningfully in their communities.

Support may include:

• Personal care and daily living assistance
• Community access and social participation
• Transport to appointments and activities
• Medication assistance and health supports
• Supporting participants with complex health needs
• Building capacity and independent living skills
• Meal preparation and cooking activities
• Accurate record keeping and progress notes

A key interest of one participant is cooking and meal preparation, therefore applicants who enjoy cooking and supporting skill development in the kitchen will be highly regarded.

Shift Availability

We are seeking workers who can support a variety of shifts including:

• Morning shifts
• Day shifts
• Afternoon shifts
• Passive overnight shifts

Applicants available to work passive overnight shifts will be highly regarded.

As this is a casual position, shifts are allocated based on participant needs and operational requirements, and no minimum hours can be guaranteed.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• A person-centred approach to support
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong documentation and record-keeping abilities
• The ability to build rapport and maintain professional boundaries
• Flexibility to work across a 24/7 roster
• Experience supporting people with disability and/or complex support needs

Essential Requirements

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), Disability, Nursing, Community
• Services or a related qualification
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Current Manual Handling Training
• Medication Administration certification
• Mealtime Management training
• Infection Control training
• Evidence of Australian working rights
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Reliable and comprehensively insured vehicle available for work purposes

Highly Desirable

• Current Epilepsy Management Training including Midazolam administration
• Current CPAP training and experience
• MAPA (Management of Actual or Potential Aggression) training
• Current CPI training
• Safe Environment for Children and Young People training
• Experience supporting participants with complex medical and behavioural support needs

Diversity and Inclusion

DLi is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disability.

Due to the specific support requirements, privacy considerations and participant preference associated with this role, being female is considered a Genuine Occupational Requirement under Section 34 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA).

Apply Today

Join a values-driven organisation where your contribution matters and where every shift is an opportunity to positively impact someone's life.

What's in it for you?

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role and make a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with disability.

At DLi, our approach is simple: "How can we make that happen for you?" Everything we do starts with our clients, and as a House Coordinator, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional person-centred support while leading and developing a dedicated team.

Some of the benefits of joining DLi include:

• Permanent Part-Time employment with 60 hours per fortnight.
• Competitive hourly rate commencing from $40.89 per hour.
• Salary packaging benefits available to increase your take-home pay.
• Ongoing professional development, training and mentoring.
• A diverse and rewarding role that combines leadership, administration and direct client support.
• The opportunity to work within a values-driven organisation committed to quality outcomes for clients and employees.

Our Values

Everything we do at DLi is underpinned by our values:

• Impactful - We have a positive impact, supporting people to thrive and succeed.
• Joyful - We create a positive environment, taking great delight in supporting others to flourish.
• Connected - We take the time to build strong connections so that people feel supported, valued and safe.
• Supportive - We are kind, understanding and encouraging of people's goals and aspirations.
• Genuine - We are sincere, honest, respectful and fair.

Position Details

The House Coordinator is a key leadership position responsible for the day-to-day operations of a Supported Independent Living (SIL) home located within Adelaide's eastern and north-eastern suburbs.

Reporting to the Client Services Manager, you will be responsible for supporting a team of Community Support Workers while ensuring high-quality, person-centred outcomes for clients, compliance with NDIS requirements and the smooth operation of the home.

This role combines dedicated administration time with direct client-facing support shifts, providing an opportunity to lead by example and remain actively involved in service delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating daily operations within the SIL home.
• Providing leadership, guidance and support to Community Support Workers.
• Promoting a positive team culture focused on person-centred support.
• Maintaining accurate documentation, client records and compliance requirements.
• Monitoring and supporting client goals, wellbeing and quality outcomes.
• Liaising with families, guardians, allied health professionals and external stakeholders.
• Assisting with roster coverage and service continuity when required.
• Leading by example through active participation in support shifts.

Your Availability

This position is worked across a 24/7 roster and requires flexibility to undertake:

• Morning shifts.
• Day shifts.
• Afternoon and evening shifts.
• Weekend shifts.
• Public holiday shifts when rostered.
• Passive sleepover shifts.
• This role includes a combination of dedicated administrative hours, which may be completed at the SIL home or DLi's Head Office, together with direct client-facing support shifts. As this is a participant-facing role with rostered support responsibilities, opportunities for flexible work arrangements are limited and subject to operational requirements.

The role includes a combination of dedicated administrative hours and client-facing support shifts.

About You

The ideal candidate will be an experienced disability support professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality services and developing strong, capable teams.

You will demonstrate:

• Previous experience within Supported Independent Living or disability services.
• Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Sound organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A commitment to person-centred practice and human rights principles.
• Confidence managing competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail.

Essential Requirements:

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent qualification.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Current Medication Administration training.
• Current Manual Handling training.
• Mealtime Management training.
• Infection Control training.
• NDIS Quality, Safety and You Certificate.
• Full Australian Driver's Licence.
• Evidence of working rights within Australia.
• Strong computer literacy and administration skills.

Highly Desirable:

• Experience in a leadership, senior support worker or coordinator role.
• Experience supporting clients with complex support, health or behavioural needs.
• CPI, MAPA or similar behaviour support training.
• Experience working within SIL environments.

Diversity and Inclusion

DLi is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a diverse workforce and is committed to improving and sustaining employment outcomes for people from diverse backgrounds.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Due to the specific support requirements, privacy considerations and participant preferences associated with this role, being female is considered a Genuine Occupational Requirement under Section 34 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA).

Apply Today

Join a growing organisation where you can lead a team, influence positive outcomes and make a genuine difference in the lives of the people we support.

We are on an exciting journey, and we invite you to apply to join us on the ride!