Disability Support Practitioner

Support Worker

Cerebral Palsy Alliance is a globally recognised, award-winning organisation known not only for delivering exceptional disability support services — but also for setting the gold standard in sector-leading staff training and development.

Inspire through Support. Encourage Independence. Build Meaningful Connections.

We are looking for passionate, empathetic Support Workers with a can-do attitude and positive growth mindset to join our vibrant team at Cerebral Palsy Alliance (CPA) team. Opportunities exist on a Casual basis and in PPT roles supporting our SIL houses. There are morning, day, evening, and night shifts available - it will depend of what you are looking for, your availability, and the flexibility you need - apply now.

About the role

Support adults living in CPA group homes to lead rich, independent and empowered lives. Your day-to-day may include:

• Providing respectful support with personal care, mealtimes, medication, and daily routines
• Encouraging skill-building, independence, and decision-making
• Supporting community engagement, social connection and transport (including use of CPA vans)
• Following person-centred plans with empathy and professionalism

What You'll Bring

• A passion for empowering people with disability
• A can-do attitude and growth mindset — you're open to learning and ready to make a difference
• NSW Driver's Licence (P2 or above)
• Physical capability to support clients with mobility or transfers
• Availability for a minimum of 3 full days per week (15–20+ hours)
• The ability to travel to our multiple locations across the Newcastle region

What Makes CPA Different:

• Award-Winning Training Organisation
• CPA is a trusted Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that delivers nationally recognised qualifications, including Certificate III in Individual Support, and advanced disability care skills.
• Our training programs are backed by decades of experience and respected across the industry.
• Flexible, Supported Work
• Choose from a variety of shift types (morning, evening, active night) to suit your lifestyle
• Work across multiple CPA homes in the Hunter Region
• Be part of a values-led, supportive and collaborative team
• Incredible Employee Benefits
• Attractive hourly rates starting at $34.59 + Super + Penalty Rates
• $100/year wellbeing allowance (massage, sports, meditation – your choice!)
• Discounted gym access for you and your family through Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your household
• Paid Referral Bonus – earn when you refer a friend to join CPA

So if you are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities, join us at Cerebral Palsy Alliance.

Recruitment Process

• Online application
• Optional chat interview powered by Sapia.ai- 20-25 minutes, text-based conversation to offer us some further insight into your fit for CPA
• Interview
• Compliance & background checks
• Offer and onboarding

CPA is committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people with diverse lived experience and will happily accommodate reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Cerebral Palsy Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds, advocates for, and protects the rights, wellbeing and safety of people with a disability. We are a child safe organisation and all workers are responsible to adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.