A Day in the Life of a Support Worker based in the Ballina region

Every day looks a little different—flexibility is key.

7:30 AM – Coffee in hand, ready to roll. Plans change? No stress—I’m off to help Mrs. Jones with her morning routine.

8:00 AM – Personal care and medication support. She’s showered, dressed, and glowing—ready to meet friends.

8:30 AM – Back on the road with my playlist pumping. Two more personal care visits done and dusted.

11:00 AM – Domestic assistance at Mr. Bruno’s. A quick chat, then I’m into cleaning, cooking, and making his space shine.

1:00 PM – Final stop: shopping with Mr. Kent. We find specials, swap recipes, share laughs—and a few classic dad jokes.

3:30 PM – Groceries away, fridge full, and four happy clients later—I log my notes and head home, feeling proud.

Why This Job is the Best Kind of Adventure 

Sure, there’s a lot of Domestic Assistance (a.k.a light cleaning) involved, and yes, it can feel a bit repetitive. But I promise you—no two days are ever the same. 

You build real connections. You become part of someone’s story. You help them achieve things that might seem small to us, but mean the world to them. And sometimes, in just a two-hour shift, you make someone’s whole day. 

What You'll Bring: 

• Passion for Helping: A genuine interest in supporting our clients and making their lives better. 
• Qualifications: Qualified Support Worker with a Certificate III in Individual Support, Aged Care, or equivalent – however if do not have one of these qualifications or working towards we would still love to speak to you!
• Must-Haves: A driver’s license, reliable car, comprehensive insurance, WWCC and First Aid/CPR (or willingness to obtain). 
• Tech-Friendly: Confident in using smartphones and tablets. 
• NDIS worker screening check OR National police check (or willing to obtain if you do not currently have either)

Why integratedliving? 

• Hourly Rate: $32.86 - $34.59 per hr + 12% superannuation
• Provide services to our clients in your local community (Ballina/Lennox Head/Skennars Head & Goonellabah/Alstonville/Lismore)
• Flexible Hours: Enjoy part-time hours with flexible shifts that suit your lifestyle anytime between Monday to Sunday 7.00am - 7.00pm – but we do really need someone available all day to work Thursdays & Fridays. 
• Increased Take-Home Pay: Up to $18,550 in tax-free salary packaging boosts your net income. 
• Additional Allowances: $0.99/km travel allowance and daily mobile allowance. 
• Training & Support: A 2-week paid induction and training program. 
• Employee Assistance Program support with 'no cost' access to wellness services 
• Opportunity for career growth through ongoing training
• Perk box: get access to 9,000+ discounts and save $ on your groceries, online shopping, travel, fitness, and more. 

So if you’ve got a big heart, a good sense of humour, and a love for helping others—apply now. Our clients are waiting, and trust me, they’re awesome