Job Opportunity: NDIS Support Worker

Work type: Full Time

Location: Kununurra, Western Australia, 6743

Are you committed to empowering people with disabilities and making a real difference in their lives and communities? Join Job Pathways as an NDIS Support Worker and be part of a team dedicated to quality care, respect, and connection.

Learn more about us here: https://jobpathways.org.au

About the Role

As an NDIS Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting participants across the East Kimberley region to build independence, engage in meaningful activities, and thrive in their daily lives. You’ll work closely with individuals, families, carers, and internal teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred services.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting participants through engagement, mentoring, and goal-focused activities that promote independence and skill-building.
• Assisting with daily living tasks such as personal hygiene, mobility, eating and drinking, and monitoring overall wellbeing in line with individual care plans.
• Performing household duties such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, and shopping to support a safe and comfortable living environment.
• Providing short-term accommodation and respite support, including overnight stays, to ensure continuity of care when family or carers are unavailable.
• Building trusted relationships with participants, families, carers, and wider support networks to ensure responsive and respectful service delivery.
• Collaborating closely with the Assistant Manager Disability Services and colleagues to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
• Accurately documenting progress, activities, and support strategies in line with organisational systems and NDIS reporting requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar or same support-based role.
• Proven ability to communicate professionally with participants and staff.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A current C Class driver’s licence.
• Willingness to travel within the region, including overnight stays.

Desirable:

• Certificate III (or higher) in Individual Support, Community Services, Disability Services or a related field.

Additional Requirements:

• National Police Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• WA Working with Children’s Check.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Why work at Job Pathways?

• Make a Difference: Support individuals in achieving their goals and contribute to stronger communities.
• Team Culture: Be part of a passionate, supportive team grounded in Care, Courage, Commitment, and Collaboration.
• Cultural Alignment: Work in an organisation that values Aboriginal ways of working and cultural safety.
• Career Development: Engage in training and skill development to grow in your role.

Additional Benefits

• Attractive leave entitlements to support work-life balance in the Kimberley.
• Salary sacrificing options to boost your take-home pay.
• Annual Health and Wellbeing allowance.
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program.

To Apply:

The Job Pathways team come from diverse backgrounds and experiences, united by our goal to provide pathways to employment and driven by our values: Courage, Commitment, Care & Collaboration. If you’re ready to empower others and help create inclusive, sustainable futures — we want to hear from you!

To receive a copy of the Position Description for the role, make any enquiries, and/or to lodge your application, please email: [email protected]

Job Pathways may reserve the right to fill the position prior to the ad closure date should a successful candidate arise.

This role is based in Kununurra, Western Australia, 6743.