About Pathfinders
Pathfinders is a large community-based organisation providing Supported Accommodation, Homelessness, Disability, Family and Youth Support services across the Mid North Coast, New England and North West Tablelands of NSW.
We are committed to creating safe, inclusive and trauma-informed environments for children, young people, families and individuals. Our work is guided by the Sanctuary Model, a widely recognised framework that embeds trauma-informed principles into our culture and practice.
About the Program
Support Your Path (SYP) reflects Pathfinders’ commitment to innovative, person-centred disability support. We support people with disabilities to build independence, participate in their communities and work towards their personal goals and dreams.
About the Role
We are seeking passionate Support Workers to join our Support Your Path team on a casual basis. You will work one-on-one or in group settings to deliver individualised supports aligned with participants’ NDIS plans.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing safe, nurturing and person-centred supports
- Assisting with daily living tasks, personal care and domestic assistance
- Supporting participants with health, wellbeing, community access and recreational activities
- Maintaining accurate case notes, timesheets and documentation
- Working across a rotating roster including afternoons, nights, weekends, sleepovers and public holidays
- Supporting participants with complex needs, including epilepsy and challenging behaviours
About You
You are caring by nature, flexible, and passionate about empowering people with disabilities to live meaningful lives. You value professional boundaries, ethical practice and teamwork.
Essential Criteria:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Services or willingness to obtain, and/or demonstrated experience
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Ability to provide personal care and domestic assistance
- Strong commitment to human rights and person-centred practice
- Availability to work a range of rostered shifts, including short-notice shifts if required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- First Aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain)
What We Offer:
- A supportive, values-driven organisation
- Ongoing training and professional development
- A collaborative and trauma-informed workplace culture
- Opportunities to make a genuine difference in people’s lives
How to Apply
Applicants must submit the following to be considered:
- A written statement addressing the essential and desirable selection criteria
- A current resume
- Copies of relevant qualifications
- Contact details for two recent work-related referees (one being a recent supervisor where possible)
Please email applications to hr@pathfinders.ngo
Closing Date: 5pm Wednesday 14th January 2026
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pathfinders is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and select staff on merit, ensuring fairness and equity throughout the recruitment process.
For further Operational information please email Simone Goodfellow at simoneg@pathfinders.ngo