Direct Support Worker

Gain Valuable Skills and Experience within Performing Arts Casual shifts 7 days a week Great role for Students of the Arts Location: Ashgrove, Brisbane Hours: Casual shifts between 8am - 4pm Monday to Friday Salary: Up to $44ph depending on Experience plus Salary Sacrifice Due to a change in the team, our amazing team at our Ashgrove Centre, who support clients with Arts and Life skills programs, are excited to offer a casual role that would suit a university student looking for a rewarding and flexible job. Join our friendly and welcoming team of Direct Support Workers in Ashgrove As a Direct Support Worker, you'll gain valuable skills in communication, problem-solving, and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our clients. Why should I choose CPL? Be Here : Be part of a team that is truly invested in making a difference. Contribute your expertise, energy, and ideas to create positive change in the lives of others. Connect : Build genuine connections with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders. We value respectful collaboration and work together to find win‑win solutions. Tune In : We actively listen to understand individual needs and tailor our approach to ensure everyone feels valued and supported. Grow : We’re all about continuous improvement. You’ll have opportunities to learn, develop, and grow both personally and professionally. Speak Up : We foster a culture of open communication. Share your ideas, raise concerns, and contribute to a safe and healthy work environment. What would I be doing? Playing a pivotal role with the centre’s team of dedicated support workers, to enable the best outcomes for our clients. Providing support and assistance to individuals on matters of personal care including, but not limited to, bathing, toileting, dressing, eating and taking of medication. Facilitating and leading arts and music programs to support our clients with their creative goals. Providing safe and effective services and supports for daily living to optimise individuals’ independence, health, well‑being and quality of life. Ensuring on all matters, individuals are offered the opportunity and encouraged in a positive manner to make their own decisions and choices about their lives and lifestyles. Also always ensuring that an individual’s dignity and privacy is protected. Be responsible for upholding the rights of privacy of an individual and a client’s personal information should not be disclosed without the express permission of the individual concerned. We're looking for someone who: Has experience in music, arts or performing arts An empathetic nature and the ability to create an inclusive and fun environment Strong communication and interpersonal skills Passion for helping others and creating a positive impact Explore our benefits Make a difference Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of people with disabilities. Salary packaging benefits : Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax‑free, increasing your take‑home pay for permanent part‑time staff (PPT). Entertainment benefits : Use up to $2,650 of your pre‑tax income for entertainment expenses, such as meals and holiday accommodation for permanent part‑time staff (PPT). Enjoy a great team culture where your ideas will be heard and your input valued. Career progression opportunities to grow within a supportive values‑based organisation. Employee assistance program : Access to free and confidential counselling services for you and your family members. Training opportunities to help you grow professionally and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment. Should you be successful training will be provided from the 10th - 12th of June. Invest in your future and make a difference today If your values align with our why please feel free to apply now. CPL is a leading provider of disability support services in Queensland and Northern New South Wales. We’re on a mission to empower people with disabilities to live the life they choose. We believe in creating an inclusive society, and our dedicated team is committed to providing the very best support, guidance, and understanding to our clients. Direct Support Worker PD Please click ‘Apply’ to submit your resume and cover letter. Only the successful candidates will be contacted. CPL is committed to providing a workplace that fosters a culture of respect, understanding and inclusion. #J-18808-Ljbffr