Careers

About the Organisation

Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose, not for profit organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people, and people with mental illness. We work with people who are homeless and refugees and asylum seekers.   

Empowering people with disability to live life the way they choose is at the heart of how Life Without Barriers has operated for over 25 years. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and continue this mission. Support people with disability to have the choice, control, and independence to live their best life. If you’re passionate about inclusivity, respect, and making a meaningful difference, this is the career move for you.

We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.

About the role

This is a rewarding role supporting clients to live independently while promoting choice and meaningful community participation. Our clients enjoy active lifestyles, including regular swimming, gym sessions, and attending community events. We are looking for a Disability Support Worker who is proactive about encouraging and organising these activities.

This position requires flexibility to work across multiple Supported Independent Living programs in North Brisbane, including Redcliffe, Windsor, and Deception Bay. Working a variety of shifts including split shifts, morning, afternoon and sleepovers.

Key Responsibilities

• Community Access and Participation – confidence in active support and engaging in community events.
• Supporting clients with mental health needs
• Delivering social and behavioural support that promotes independence, confidence, and positive outcomes.
• Assisting with daily living tasks, personal care (where required)
• Weekday and weekend support – morning, afternoon and evening shifts.

 Skills & Experience

• Current unrestricted driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Current First Aid (HLTAID011) and current CPR Certificate (HLTAID009)
• Experience supporting people with mental health conditions
• A commitment to supporting and promoting the individual needs, skills, abilities, and personal goals of people with disabilities

Benefits

• An opportunity to make a meaningful, positive impact in the lives of people with a disability
• Receive up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax-free through salary packaging benefits
• Career pathways across a national organisation
• Access to discounts and benefits at selected retail outlets, cinemas, restaurants and more

How to Apply

Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. For any enquiries, please contact Kristina at recruitment@lwb.org.au

Candidates with disabilities who require adjustments to the recruitment process or the application form in an alternate format can visit https://www.lwb.org.au/careers/ for information on our access and inclusion work and how to contact us directly.

Applications close at midnight on 12th July 2026.