Childrens Services Support Worker - Ipswich

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Aruma is seeking passionate, values driven Support Workers to join the Ipswich team, delivering tailored, person centred support to people with disabilities and young people on a 24/7 rotating roster that includes sleepovers and active nights. The role focuses on daily living, mobility, emotional guidance, and community participation, while upholding human rights and trauma informed care. You’ll need empathy, resilience, excellent communication and teamwork, plus a Certificate IV in Disability or Child Youth & Family Intervention (or willingness to obtain), current First Aid and CPR, a drivers licence and NDIA Worker check or willingness to obtain, and availability for 24/7 shifts. Apply early via Aruma’s Careers Page, highlighting lived experience and fit with the HEART Promise before 17/6/26.

Support Workers | Children Services

At Aruma, we’re not just support workers, we’re Human Rights warriors. We believe in empowering people to live the life they choose, and we’re looking for passionate, values-driven Support Workers to join our team.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and young individuals by providing tailored, person-centred support. Whether it’s daily living assistance, emotional guidance, or community engagement, your work will help create a more inclusive and compassionate society.

You’ll work across a 24/7 rotating roster, including sleepovers, active nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Key Responsibilities

•         Deliver high-quality, individualised support to people with disabilities and young people
•        Assist with personal care, mobility, and skill development
•         Build meaningful connections and provide mentorship and emotional support
•         Support community participation and recreational activities
•         Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement support plans
•         Advocate for customer rights and promote independence
•         Create safe, trauma-informed environments for young people with complex needs

 What you’ll need Childrens Services

• Passionate about human rights and creating positive change
• Empathetic, compassionate, and resilient
• Ecellent communication and teamwork skills
• Certificate IV in Disability or Child, Youth & Family Intervention (or willingness to obtain) click here to view more details
• Current First Aid, CPR, Drivers licence & NDIS Worker check or willingness to obtain
• Availability for 24/7 rostered shifts

 Why Join Aruma?

• HEART Promise: Be part of a team that helps you “Heart your work” every day.
•  Salary Packaging: Up to $15,900 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals/entertainment
• Fitness Passport: Subsidised gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential support for you and your family
• Discounted Health Insurance: Through Bupa
• Recognition & Rewards: BRAVE Reviews and annual BRAVE Awards
• Career Development: Ongoing training and pathways into leadership        

We strongly encourage candidates with a disability to apply. Your lived experience is a powerful asset in building a more inclusive world.

Ready to be Brave with us !

Apply now and help people live their best lives. Visit Aruma’s Careers Page to view current vacancies or register your interest.

Our Commitment

At Aruma, we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are focused on creating an inclusive, high-performing workplace.

Our Recruitment Approach

We review applications as they come in and move quickly to interview great candidates, so we encourage you to apply early. While we include an indicative closing date, roles may close sooner if we find the right person. Applications received later in the process may not progress. If you’re unsuccessful and would value feedback, please feel welcome to reach out to our Talent team.

Closing Date 17/6/26

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