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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.
EMBARK NOW on a deeply rewarding journey as a Support Worker in our Home & Community service across the Central Coast Region and experience the satisfaction by supporting your clients to overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and thrive in a supportive environment.
Primarily, these positions include community-based one-on-one support where you'll have the opportunity to directly engage with clients and encourage independence by taking them out into the community.
*Note: whilst you will have a primary location during your onboarding (Beresfield), these roles are based in the Central Coast and will require travel to different clients throughout the region including Wyong, Long Jetty, and Umina.
The Role:
Support adults living in CPA group homes to lead rich, independent and empowered lives. Your day-to-day may include:
Encouraging skill-building, independence, and decision-making
Providing respectful support with personal care, mealtimes, medication, and daily routines
Supporting community engagement, social connection and transport (including use of CPA vans & in your own vehicle)
Following person-centred plans with empathy and professionalism
Building positive relationships with our clients.
What You'll Bring:
We are looking for candidates who embody CPA values, are client-focused in their approach to care, and are passionate about the opportunity to make an impact in the lives of people with disabilities.
A can-do attitude and growth mindset — you’re open to learning and ready to make a difference
Professional Behaviour Support experience or lived experience preferred, however your can-do attitude is key!
NSW Driver’s Licence (P2 or above)
Physical capability to support clients with mobility or transfers
Availability for a minimum of 3 days per week (15–20+ hours), ideally including a minimum of 2 Saturdays/month - Available to work shifts between the hours of 9am and 4pm
Comfortable travelling to all locations in the region
What Makes CPA Different?
We are an 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.
Working for us we can offer you a competitive hourly rate and incredible Employee Benefits
Attractive hourly rates: $34.59 - $35.67 per hour + Super + 25% Casual Loading + Penalties
$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
Paid CPR & First Aid courses
If that isn't enough, we also offer exceptional training to support you:
You will have comprehensive training throughout your orientation, with ongoing learning and development. We invest $5,000 in training in your first year
This includes:
Buddy shifts with CPA's experienced Disability Support Workers
CPA is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 90213).
We offer fully funded nationally recognised qualifications including:
CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support
Ongoing specialist training and skill development
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
1. Online application
2. Optional chat interview powered by Sapia.ai - 20-25 minutes, text-based conversation to offer us some further insight into your fit for CPA
3. Interview
4. Compliance & background checks
5. 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.
