Disability Support Worker

Job Category: Support Worker
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Canberra

Focus ACT is a market leading provider, supporting people to live their life independently in their homes and in the community. Through the dedicated efforts of our team, who have a passion for helping others, Focus ACT delivers excellent service.

As part of our commitment to you, we offer ongoing support, personal development, growth and pathways to permanency within our organisation.

Focus ACT is currently seeking Disability Support Workers to support a variety of clients with varied needs. Manual Handling certified and Epilepsy Trained support workers are preferred however, training will be provided if required. You must be available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week on a permanent basis. More hours are available, with contracts up to 76 hours per fortnight considered.

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Duties include:

  • Individual Support
  • Personal care
  • Social activity
  • Supporting the needs of our clients to live independently
  • Supporting clients to achieve their personal goals

We are also currently looking to expand our ‘On Call’ team who are available on short notice; please state your interest in your application if you would like to be considered for opportunities.

Essential requirements:

  • WWVP Card
  • Police Check (Or willing to undertake one)
  • A valid Australian Driver’s License
  • Full working rights in Australia
  • Current First Aid & CPR qualifications
  • Minimum industry Certificate III in Disability
  • Must be able to work as part of a rotating roster
  • Must have access to a reliable motor vehicle when working
  • Must have experience dealing with complex behaviours

If you meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please submit a cover letter to tell us a bit about you, your experience, interests and hobbies. Please also outline your availability.


Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


Please note this is a small recruitment round. However, should you wish to be considered for future recruitment, please advise in your cover letter that you are happy to have your details retained for future consideration.


If you have any queries regarding the position advertised, contact Focus ACT on 02 6282 9422 or [email protected]

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