Youth & Disability Support Worker | Casual

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Young Mindz is seeking compassionate Youth & Disability Support Workers to assist individuals with complex needs including intellectual disability, trauma, autism in Mackay. This casual onsite role supports routines, personal care and emotional wellbeing, builds relationships and encourages independence in a safe home. Key requirements: minimum 2 years in complex disability or youth support, ability to stay calm in demanding situations, driver's licence with reliable vehicle, and current NDIS Worker Screening Check, Blue Card, First Aid and CPR. Benefits include paid training, competitive casual pay with shift loading, weekend and public holiday rates, vehicle allowance and clear career progression from casual to leadership roles. Tips: focus on relevant experience, demonstrate calm, person centred approach, and readiness to undertake training.

About Young Mindz

At Young Mindz, we empower Australians aged 9 to 65 to live fulfilling, independent lives through person-centred Supported Independent Living, in-home and community support services.

Our team values genuine relationships, collaboration and making a meaningful difference for the people and families we support.

About The Role

We are seeking compassionate Youth & Disability Support Workers to support individuals with complex needs, including intellectual disability, trauma, autism and mental health challenges.

You will:

• Support participants with daily routines, personal care and emotional wellbeing.
• Build meaningful relationships through therapeutic conversations and connection.
• Encourage independence, community participation and social engagement.
• Maintain a safe and supportive home environment.

What You'll Need

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in complex disability or youth support.
• Ability to remain calm, grounded and professional in complex situations.
• Drivers licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check, Blue Card, First Aid and CPR.

Highly regarded:

• Experience supporting participants with mental health.

Advance your skill set

Receive training and certification paid for you, unlock your full potential from day one.

• Infection Prevention & Control, Medication, Child Safety, Waste, Epilepsy & Midazolam, Diabetes Management, Work Health and Safety, Fire Safety, Workplace Writing and Food Safety.

Benefits & Culture

At Young Mindz, you will join a team that values genuine support, shared achievement and positive outcomes for people and families.

You will receive:

• Support from a team that values your growth and contribution.

Competitive casual pay rates and shift loading.

• Day: $45.28 | Afternoon: $49.80 | Night: $50.71
• Saturday: $63.39 | Sunday: $81.50 | Public Holiday: $99.61
• Vehicle Allowance: $1.01 per km

Career Progression Pathways

Casual: Support Worker

Permanent Part-Time: Service Support Worker, House Liaison

Full-Time: Service Coordinator and leadership pathways

Why Join Us?

If you're passionate about supporting people and making a genuine difference every day,

apply today and help empower Australians to live fulfilling, independent lives.