Disability Support Worker

Ignite Community Network is committed to empowering individuals to achieve their goals, develop independence, and build meaningful connections within their communities. Our vision is to support people to develop the skills, experience and confidence to achieve what is important to them through a flexible and person-centred approach.  

We are currently seeking passionate and committed Disability Support Workers to join our growing team across Perth’s southern suburbs. 

With a variety of shifts available and opportunities for permanent part-time employment, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a genuine difference in the lives of others. 

About the Role 

As a Disability Support Worker with Ignite, you will work alongside participants to support their individual goals, promote independence, and encourage active participation in their homes and communities.  You will provide support tailored to each person’s needs, interests and aspirations, while ensuring they remain at the centre of decision-making.  Responsibilities will vary and may include: 

• Supporting participants with daily living activities 
• Personal care and medication assistance 
• Community access and social participation 
• Supporting individuals to pursue hobbies, interests and recreational activities 
• Assisting with skill development and capacity building 
• Supporting participants to attend appointments and achieve personal goals 
• Building positive and respectful relationships with participants, families and stakeholders 
• Promoting choice, dignity, inclusion and independence 

Why Join Ignite? 

At Ignite, we recognise that great outcomes for participants begin with great support workers.  We offer: 

• Permanent part-time employment opportunities 
• Flexible shifts across weekdays, evenings, weekends and sleepovers 
• Competitive remuneration and applicable penalties 
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities 
• A supportive and collaborative team environment 
• Meaningful work where you can see the impact you make every day 
• The opportunity to work with participants to achieve goals that matter to them 

We have shifts available across a broad range of Perth’s southern metropolitan suburbs, including: Cannington, Fremantle and Rockingham. 

Essential Requirements 

• Previous experience in a similar role or Certificate III in Individual Support 
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain) 
• Current Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain) 
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate (or willingness to obtain) 
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence 
• Reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance 
• Smartphone and basic technology skills 
• Full Australian working rights 

Apply Now 

If you are passionate about supporting people to achieve their goals, build confidence and live the life they choose, we’d love to hear from you. 

Submit your application via SEEK with your resume and a brief summary of your experience and availability. 

Ignite Community Network is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.