💛 Why Choose Yellowbird Over a Platform Provider or Traditional Providers?

Because we offer more than just shifts — we offer purpose, support, and better pay.

Unlike platform providers that leave you to navigate care alone, or traditional agencies that treat you like a number, Yellowbird builds practitioner-led teams around participant needs. We invest in your growth, value your voice, and pay you what you're worth. You’re not just filling a roster — you’re shaping the future of care.

🧠 We’re Different — Because We Invest in You

At Yellowbird, professional development isn’t an afterthought — it’s built into your paid support shifts.

Unlike traditional providers or platform models, we embed learning into your day-to-day work. Over time, you’ll complete your mandatory training and build advanced competencies in disability health — all while being paid and supported.

🎓 Complete professional development modules during rostered shifts

📘 Fulfil mandatory training requirements without sacrificing income

🧩 Receive structured scaffolding to grow your skills in complex care, documentation, and clinical reasoning

🧠 Be mentored by a leadership team led by a Psychologist and Occupational Therapist

🛠️ Build confidence in trauma-informed, neurodiversity-aware, and person-centred practice

We don’t just want you to meet standards — we want you to shape them.

🐦 ROLE 1: Support Worker – Casual Pool Staff

Multiple Positions | Telarah | 24/7 Roster | Participant-Led Care

Join our compassionate team supporting a 69-year-old gentleman living independently in Telarah. This is not just a job — it’s a chance to make a real impact in someone’s life while being backed by a team that sees and supports you.

🕒 Shift Options

Day Shift: 06:00 – 14:00

Afternoon Shift: 14:00 – 22:00

Awake Overnight: 22:00 – 06:00

Non-Active Sleepover: 14:00 – 06:00 (occasionally)

Saturday Personal Care Shift: 06:00 – 10:00 (second worker)

🌙 Awake Overnight Shifts — More Than Just Supervision

During these quieter hours, our overnight team members play a vital role in shaping Yellowbird’s learning culture. You’ll have the opportunity to:

📚 Research clinical, behavioural, and sector-relevant topics

📝 Draft and present findings with references for newsletters and training materials

🎓 Complete directed professional development modules to build skills in documentation, trauma-informed care, and sector reform

💡 Contribute to practitioner resources that elevate our team’s knowledge and practice

We’re looking for curious, proactive team members who thrive in independent learning and want to leave a legacy in the sector.

🎄 Holiday Availability? You’re in High Demand

Support Workers with availability over Christmas and New Year are highly sought after for this roster. If you're reliable, compassionate, and ready to make a meaningful impact during the festive season, we want to hear from you.

Whether you're looking to pick up extra shifts or join a team that values your contribution year-round, Yellowbird offers flexibility, support, and purpose — even during the holidays.

🔍 Key Responsibilities & Required Experience

This role involves supporting a client with complex physical support needs. Applicants must have demonstrated experience in:

Supporting a full-time power wheelchair user (min. 6 months experience)

Performing 1-person assist for ADLs: toileting, showering, dressing, grooming, continence (min. 6 months experience)

Confident use of hoist equipment; 1-person competency required for emergencies (min. 6 months experience)

Preparing wholesome, home-cooked meals for modified dysphagia diets

Administering medication and following individual support plans

Performing household tasks: cleaning, laundry, ironing, and meal prep

Implementing behaviour support strategies

Supporting community inclusion and social engagement

Understanding or willingness to learn person-centred active support

Knowledge or willingness to upskill with degenerative conditions

✅ Essential Requirements

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Valid Driver’s License

Cert III in Individual Support or equivalent (no formal qualifications also considered)

Enrolled Nurses, nursing students, and allied health students encouraged to apply

First Aid & CPR (current within 12 months)

Medication Management Training (current within 12 months)

Manual Handling Training (current within 24 months)

Infection Prevention & Control (current within 12 months – we provide a refresher free)

NDIS Worker Induction – Quality, Safety & You

🌟 What We’re Looking For

We’re building a team of standout humans — not just workers.

Warm, fun, and detail-oriented

Confident working independently, with remote support via tech

Strong documentation and communication skills

Reliable, empathetic, and team-first

Honest, professional, and a great companion

Scrubs required (any colour or pattern — express yourself!)

Clear verbal and written English essential

Non-smoker preferred (due to sensory needs)

💼 What We Offer & Expect

At Yellowbird, we believe great support work is built on trust, integrity, and shared values. We offer a team culture that’s supportive, respectful, and clinically informed — and we expect the same from those who join us.

What We Offer

A warm, values-led team culture

Structured onboarding and ongoing training

A chance to truly make a difference in someone’s life

Flexibility: Work as a contractor (ABN required) or casual employee

Streamlined mobile app for shifts, notes, and timesheets

Alignment with Yellowbird’s values of transparency, safeguarding, and dignity

What We Expect

Honesty, reliability, and professionalism

Values-driven performance and compassionate care

The ability to maintain clear, respectful boundaries

Professional, factual shift notes and reports

Initiative, common sense, and proactive learning

Independence within a supportive team environment

📝 How to Apply

Answer all candidate questions

Upload a current CV and cover letter tailored to this role

If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to complete your profile and submit:

🎥 A short video (1–2 mins) introducing yourself and why you want to work with Yellowbird

📄 Combined CV & Cover Letter

✅ NDIS Worker Clearance Number

📅 Your availability and preferred hours

🗒️ A deidentified case note example

📞 Referee contact details (they’ll receive a short survey)

🎬 Your video is your Stage 1 interview — your chance to show us your personality and reflect on the job ad. Stage 2 will be a face-to-face with our Team Leader & Client.

For enquiries, contact Team Leader Donna at 0410 030 186 or email [email protected]