Be you. Be brave. Be great. Be mates.

Hi, we’re Great Mates! We’re a Queensland-based disability support provider with a big heart and a big difference.

We bring different backgrounds and abilities together on a shared life journey. We believe in the value of friendship and its power to enrich lives. Our mission is to create a space where people embrace differences, find likeness and are empowered to live life on their terms. At the end of the day, we are people supporting people — and we need you to help us do that.

About the Role

We’re excited to welcome new Great Mates to our growing team. We currently have multiple Clinical Lifestyle Assistant (Community Worker) opportunities available across the Gold Coast.

In this rewarding and diverse role, you will support participants in our Supported Independent Living (SIL) environments through day-to-day care, life skill development, and connection to community networks. You’ll contribute to enhancing wellbeing, independence and inclusion — while also assisting in community access, advocacy, and service coordination.

This position works across a 7-day roster and suits those who thrive on variety, love working with people, and bring initiative and empathy to everything they do.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting participants with diverse needs (including complex behaviours and health conditions)

Implementing individualised support, behaviour, and healthcare plans

Conducting interviews to evaluate the nature and scope of clients’ challenges

Facilitating participation in community life, including access to education, employment, and local activities

Connecting clients with relevant external agencies for further assistance and support

Developing programs that build life skills (e.g. budgeting, cooking, public transport, social engagement)

Advocating for participant needs and promoting community inclusion and social connections

Working with families, community groups and external services to improve outcomes

Tracking client progress and preparing regular progress reports

Maintaining accurate documentation including case notes, incident reports, and service feedback

Contributing to a safe, inclusive and culturally responsive environment

Identifying clients’ needs and designing, developing, and delivering tailored educational, training, and support programs

About You

Experience working with people with disability, mental health conditions, and/or complex needs

Confident supporting participants in both home and community settings

Understanding of person-centred practice and community development principles

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

A can-do attitude with a commitment to ongoing learning

Ability to work flexible hours including active overnight shifts

Diploma in Individual Support or equivalent qualification in community services

Current First Aid & CPR

NDIS Worker Screening (or Yellow Card)

Working with Children’s Check (Blue Card)

Current QLD driver’s licence

Minimum 6 months of relevant paid experience

What’s in it for you?

Real career progression pathways and learning opportunities

A unique and supportive team culture — including team events and professional development

A chance to make a genuine impact in people’s lives and communities

The lifestyle of sunny Queensland

Great Mates for life

Everyone needs a Great Mate. We hope you can join the journey.

If we sound like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you. You’re just a click away — or email your CV and cover letter to [email protected].