Disability Support Worker
Job No:
SCS10131422
Location:
Katherine
About Somerville Community Services
Somerville is a for-purpose, community-based organisation that has supported Territorians for over 50 years. We specialise in high-quality disability services that empower people to live the life they choose. As a registered NDIS provider, we deliver individualised support across the Northern Territory, with a focus on respectful, person-centred relationships that promote choice, dignity, and independence.
About the role
As a Disability Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in empowering NDIS participants to live with independence, choice, and dignity. Every day is different, from providing personal care and helping with daily tasks, to supporting people to get involved in their community and pursue what matters most to them. You’ll be there to offer encouragement, build meaningful connections, and ensure supports are delivered safely, respectfully, and in line with individual goals.
What you’ll be doing
In this role, your focus will be on providing person-centred active 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 delivering person-centred support, including personal care, daily living, 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
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 or psychosocial disability
- Experience with complex health needs, including enteral feeding, dysphagia support, complex bowel/wound care, epilepsy, catheter care, and diabetes monitoring
Mandatory compliance requirements
Before starting the application process, please ensure you have the following documentation ready. These documents are a mandatory requirement to progress to interview and need to be valid.
- NT Driver’s Licence
- National Criminal History Check
- NT Ochre Card (Working with Children Clearance)
- NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
- First Aid and CPR Certificate
- COVID-19 and Influenza vaccinations
- Full Australian working rights
- Willingness and availability to work shifts across a 24/7 roster
Please refer to the full Position Description for a complete list of essential and desirable criteria.
Why work with us
We know support work can be both rewarding and challenging - that’s why at Somerville, you’ll never be doing it alone. You’ll be part of a team that listens, leaders who care, and an organisation that invests in your growth as much as you invest in others. Here, you can build your skills, grow your career, and know that the work you do every day truly matters.
We also offer:
- Five weeks of annual leave
- Not-for-profit salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
- 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)
How to apply
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, please contact us at recruitment@somerville.org.au or call 08 8920 4100.
Somerville is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and communities.
Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as received, so early applications are encouraged.
