Do you have a passion for enabling people living with disabilities to live a meaningful life of their own?

Are you experienced in providing individualised support within Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)?

If so, we would love to hear from you!

Casual Overnight Awake Disability Support Worker – Accommodation Services

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for an energetic and experienced individual to join the North West team at Inala.

Inala is a vibrant community that supports adults living with intellectual disabilities.
We are committed to building personal and trusted relationships, delivering excellence in individualised support, and fostering a strong sense of belonging.

We seek people who share this vision — individuals who show respect, demonstrate empathy and creativity, and act with integrity in every aspect of their work.
We are seeking enthusiastic candidates to work in a solo overnight awake role, providing person-centred support in the home environment. You will be responsible for supporting the overall needs, routines, and preferences of residents during the night — promoting their independence, autonomy, and quality of life. This includes respecting cultural choices and assisting in the implementation of meaningful, individualised experiences.

We are seeking candidates with demonstrated experience in:

Manual handling

Complex behaviour support, including the ability to understand and implement multi-stage protocols

Catheter care

Epilepsy management

Complex bowel care

Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess a calm yet confident approach to effectively support individuals with complex behaviours and respond appropriately to medical emergencies.

In addition to meeting the essential criteria listed in this advertisement, the successful candidate must also demonstrate the ability to:

Apply a high level of situational awareness to prevent, manage, and respond to behaviours effectively

Adapt quickly to sudden changes in routine, showing flexibility in working both independently and as part of a team

Take initiative and maintain strong attention to detail across all areas of support

Work collaboratively and communicate closely within a well-established team to ensure accurate monitoring, documentation, and escalation of health and behavioural concerns

Communicate clearly and professionally — both verbally and in writing — with residents, families, and all relevant stakeholders

Contribute to a fun, high-performing, and family-friendly team environment

Roster (Casual Basis):

Sunday to Thursday: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Friday & Saturday: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Remaining casual & part-time disability support worker positions within accommodation services are available upon discussion with suitable candidate.

Responsibilities (Overnight Awake Role)

Provide support that ensures the physical, emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing of clients throughout the night

Assist with personal care needs as required during overnight hours

Administer medications in accordance with Inala’s medication administration procedures, including PRN medications when applicable

Deliver person-centred support, respecting each client's individual preferences and routines

Be sensitive to the specific and cultural needs of each client

Maintain accurate overnight progress notes detailing support provided and any changes in health or behaviour

Support a safe, calm, and homely environment overnight

Perform cleaning and household duties as needed during the shift

Complete all required reporting and documentation in line with Inala’s procedures

Communicate respectfully and professionally with clients, families, team members, and other stakeholders

Essential Criteria

Certificate III or higher in Disability, Community Services, or equivalent

Experience supporting participants with complex needs, including intellectual disabilities and challenging behaviours

Understanding of, and ability to follow, individual Support Plans

Commitment to Inala’s human-centred ethos and approach

Full working rights in Australia

Fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Valid Australian driver’s licence (with ability to drive, or willingness to learn to drive, a wheelchair-accessible vehicle)

Current First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain)

NDIS Worker Clearance (or willingness to obtain)

Your application should include how you meet the core competencies of the role and demonstrate your position-specific knowledge, qualifications, and experience.

Benefits of working with INALA:

Large, well-established, non-for-profit organisation, inspired by the work of Rudolf Steiner, supporting over 200 people in Day and Community centres as well as Accommodation in Sydney’s Northwest and Eastern Suburbs

Supportive work environment with leadership support and ongoing training and development

Family friendly

Attractive salary including tax-efficient salary packaging

Outstanding career growth opportunities

5 weeks of annual leave

Staff recognition and reward programs, and wellbeing initiatives

Location: Northwest Sydney

Reports to: Senior Support Worker and Service Coordinator

Commencement: immediate start available

Remuneration: Inala Enterprise Agreement

Application Process: Applications to be completed via SEEK

About Inala (www.inala.org.au):

Inala was established in 1958 in Cherrybrook NSW and has a proud history of supporting individuals living with disability. Our vision is for a community which is conscious of its members and where every individual makes their unique contribution. Inala has a long-standing commitment to the Principles of Rudolf Steiner Curative Education and Social Therapy.

With a reputation for excellence and known for the warmth and individual care given to clients and their families, great pride is taken in providing for each person’s all-round personal growth, skills development, self-esteem, independence and community involvement.