Job no: 507115
Employment type: Casual
Location: Bunbury & South West
Categories: Disability

About the Organisation

Empowering people with disability to live life the way they choose is at the heart of how Life Without Barriers has operated for over 25 years. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and continue this mission. Support people with disability to have the choice, control, and independence to live their best life. If you're passionate about inclusivity, respect, and making a meaningful difference, this is the career move for you.

Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people and people with mental illness. We work with people who are homeless and refugees and asylum seekers. Join a community of people dedicated to breaking down barriers.

We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.

About the Role

Joining our team in Collie on a casual basis, you will support people with disability who access our in home and community access services. We are looking for candidates who are able to quickly build positive relationships and are enthusiastic about providing active support and getting involved in the varying interests of the people we are supporting. This may range from getting involved in gaming to swimming.

The successful candidate will have a passion for working with people with disability and confidence in working with behaviours of concern and providing personal care if required. You must be able to commit to a variety of shifts including short 3-4 hours shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow person-centred support and behaviour plans


• Facilitate client goal achievement through meaningful activities


• Maintain thorough record keeping


• Build positive relationships with clients, families and colleagues


• Advocate for client choice and control

Skills & Experience

• Experience working with people with disability


• Previous experience working with behaviour support plans


• Experience with personal care and manual handling


• Strong computer and verbal and written communication skills


• A current First Aid and CPR Certificate

Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including a National Criminal History Record Check and obtain an NDIS Clearance.

• Casual hourly rate from $43.22


• Do work that matters supporting people with disability


• Feel good and fun activities in your day to day work


• Access to discounts on private health insurance, cinemas, restaurants and more


• Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a choice of gyms and pools across your area)

Candidates with disabilities who require adjustments to the recruitment process or the application form in an alternate format can visit for information on our access and inclusion work and how to contact us directly.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday the 11th of October

Life Without Barriers is seeking a Permanent Part-Time Disability Support Worker in Chifley/Sydney to assist people with diverse needs within our Supported Independent Living (SIL) program. You will support daily living activities, mealtime needs, appointment help and health support, ensuring a safe, respectful environment.

You will work in a collaborative team, promoting dignity, choice and independence for clients while adhering to care plans and documentation requirements.

Apply now Job no: 507076
Employment type: Casual
Location: Whyalla & Eyre Peninsula
Categories: Disability

About the Organisation

Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose, not for profit organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people and people with mental illness. We work with people who are homeless and refugees and asylum seekers.

Empowering people with disability to live life the way they choose is at the heart of how Life Without Barriers has operated for over 25 years. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and continue this mission. Support people with disability to have the choice, control, and independence to live their best life. If you're passionate about inclusivity, respect, and making a meaningful difference, this is the career move for you.

We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.

About the role

This is a challenging but rewarding opportunity to make a positive change in the lives of people with a disability in the Port Augusta community.

We have casual positions available across our 24/7 supported residential homes, where you will work as a team in actively supporting our clients' individual complex needs by creating a safe environment and ensuring services are delivered in a culturally appropriate way.

These roles will require successful applicants to be available and willing to work within a 24/7 roster that includes regular shift work, including night shifts, weekends and public holidays.

As an organisation, we are committed to improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families, and communities. It is vital for our clients to be able to feel connected to country and community. As an employer, we provide a workplace culture which is safe and provides various opportunities for staff to connect with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teams through regular yarning circles, as well as scope to connect with our Reconciliation vision and goals. For more information view our LWB Elevate RAP on our website.

At Life Without Barriers we consider gender a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 27 (2), (c), (e) and (g) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, and so we ask that only Male applicants apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Assistance with daily living (including personal care)
• Community Access and Transport
• Maintain and Monitor Person Centred Plans
• Documenting and Progress Note keeping
• Assist individuals to engage in cultural activities and maintain cultural connection
• Maintain high level of integrity and regard for professional boundaries, confidentiality and ability to maintain sensitive information including Cultural matters.
• Implementation of Active Support strategies to ensure we maximise the choice and control of the people we support

Skills & Experience

• Unrestricted Australian Drivers Licence
• Current Provide First Aid Certificate & CPR
• Experience and ability in managing challenging behaviours
• Sound understanding and sensitivity to Aboriginal culture and issues affecting Aboriginal people.

Successful candidates will be required to undertake probity checks including a National Criminal History Record Check and hold NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.

• Work for one of Australia's largest Social Purpose organisations
• A workplace that truly values cultural heritage and a proven commitment to Reconciliation
• Rewarding work that makes a positive impact on individuals and their families.
• Career advancement opportunities within our organization.
• Starting casual rate of $45.27 per hour

Candidates with disabilities who require adjustments to the recruitment process or the application form in an alternate format can visit for information on our access and inclusion work and how to contact us directly.

Applications close at midnight on Thursday the 24th of September 2026.

Advertised: 10 Sep 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 24 Sep :55 Cen. Australia Standard Time

• Access 24/7 management support via our National After Hours Service
• Generous Employee Benefits- Access to salary packaging, Fitness Passport + More!
• Hourly Rate from $39.53 per hour + super (Dependent on qualifications & experience)

At Life Without Barriers, we're all about creating safe, supportive environments where children and young people can thrive. Every day, we work closely with families, carers, and communities to help shape brighter futures.

From supporting children and families to empowering people with disability, mental health, or those seeking refuge - we're here to break down barriers and build better lives.

Join us to discover a purpose you can wrap your heart around!

Role: Residential Youth Worker (Intensive Therapeutic Care & Significant Disabilities)

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time & Casual

Location: Grafton

As a Therapeutic Youth Worker you'll be a key support for children & young people aged 12 to 17 years who've experienced childhood trauma, abuse, or neglect. Some of the children and young people we care for may also have a disability or complex medical needs requiring specialised support, including personal care.

Our residential homes operate 24/7, therefore it is essential that successful applicants are able and willing to work a roster which regularly includes afternoon, sleepover and weekend shifts.

• Hold or be actively completing a Diploma in Community Services or related field (or higher) OR hold relevant experience and complete Diploma qualification offered by LWB. (Please note: a qualification is desirable but not essential for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants with relevant experience)
• Experience supporting Children, Young People and/or People with disability
• A current Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) certificate
• Willingness to assist with activities of daily living, including personal care (if required).

Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check, NSW Working with Children Check and NSW Residential Care Workers Register check.

Candidates with disabilities who require adjustments to the recruitment process or the application form in an alternate format can visit for information on our access and inclusion work and how to contact us directly.

We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply

Advertised: 09 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 27 Sep :55 AUS Eastern Standard Time

• Monthlyrostered day off
• Hybrid working model
• Full training and certification in CARE and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) will be provided to the successful candidate ensure you are fully equipped to deliver therapeutic, relationship-based care.

At Life Without Barriers, we're all about creating safe, supportive environments where children and young people can thrive.

Every day, we work closely with families, carers, and communities to help shape brighter futures. From supporting children and families to empowering people with disability, mental health, or those seeking refuge - we're here to break down barriers and build better lives.

Role: Senior Practice Lead - Child, Youth & Family

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Office Location: Unley SA

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Practice Lead to join our South Australian Out of Home Care team. As a crucial part of the SA Leadership team, you will collaborate with state, and local teams to instil a culture of evidence-based practice, ultimately improving outcomes for children, young people, and families.

Reporting to the State Director Child Youth and Families and Alcohol and Other Drugs, the Senior Practice Lead plays a pivotal role in implementing organisational practice initiatives, providing professional learning, and offering practice support strategies to SA CYF Teams. Your focus will be on supporting the deliver high-quality evidence-based services that positively impact the lives of children, families, and young people.

You will lead, coach, and motivate teams to optimise their performance across our; Foster Care, Mentoring Residential Care and Preservation and Reunification programs, while fostering a culture of stronger client voice and participation in service delivery. Additionally, you will provide expert advice on legislation and standards, mentor regional teams, contribute to business development opportunities, and ensure compliance with LWB policies and procedures.

You will have a sound understanding of the child protection and broader family support services sector with advanced practice experience in the sector.

Your role will also involve providing leadership in Clinical Supervision and facilitating Group Supervision for Therapeutic Specialists, enhancing the overall practice and program excellence within our organisation.

If you are a leader passionate about transforming lives through evidence-based practices, we invite you to apply and be a driving force for positive change in our community!

• Lead, coach, motivate teams to enable them to perform to the best of their ability, with a cross-program focus.
• Lead and model a culture and practice stronger client voice and participation in all Family, Children and Young People service delivery and programs.
• Provide advice and practical assistance to Client Services managers and team members on the application and implementation of legislation and standards.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and advice to regional teams and individuals on practice and program issues.
• Provide training, on-the-job coaching and mentoring to staff, to assist with skills development.
• Assist and contribute to development of new business opportunities including funding submissions.
• Provide input into the development of new programs and practice initiatives and translate these into practice.
• Assist in establishing, monitoring and revising quality assurance processes, including the collection of fidelity data and implementation data and the establishment of monitoring systems.
• Report risks, poor practice and non-compliance with LWB policy and procedure and legislation.
• Support the Practice Assurance team to prepare for and participate in accreditation and licensing processes or play a key role in service development improvement plans.

• Tertiary qualification in Psychology or Social Work or related field and eligibility for registration with either the AASW or PBA.
• Experience in a leadership role in Human Services.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical supervision of either Social Workers or Psychologists.
• Experience in practice leadership and / or developing and implementing practice improvement strategies to improve service delivery.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing processes and systems to improve services.
• Demonstrated experiencing inproviding advice, support, coaching, mentoring, and training to managers and staff.
• Working knowledge of relevant legislative and regulatory environment for areas of business responsibility.
• Excellent written communication skills for the creation of reports, correspondence and other material.
• Demonstrated commitment to the care and protection of service users.
• Demonstrated skills in the development and implementation of monitoring and compliance systems.
• Previous experience working in a culturally sensitive manner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and a willingness to work and train in culturally appropriate approaches.
• Current Drivers Licence.

Full position description - Senior Practice Lead - PD.pdf

Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check and SA Working with Children Check.

• A rostered day off per month.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Opportunity to work for one of Australia's largest social purpose organisations.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• NFP salary packaging options
• Travel club membership, discounted health insurance & discounted vehicle servicing to mention a few
• Mobile phone and laptop provided.

Life Without Barriers offers a dedicated After-Hours Service (AHS) for all Child Youth and Family programs. AHS ensures efficient responses to after-hours events that cannot wait until the next business day, relieving our front-line staff from on-call duties and significantly improving their work-life balance.

Application closing date is midnight Thursday 17th of September.

Candidates with disabilities who require adjustments to the recruitment process or the application form in an alternate format can visit for information on our access and inclusion work and how to contact us directly.

Life Without Barriers is looking for a dedicated Support Worker for Supported Independent Living (SIL) in New South Wales. The role supports people with disability in shared housing or their own home, across a 24/7 roster, including overnight shifts as needed.

You will help with daily living activities, mobility, personal care, and community engagement, promoting choice, independence and participation for clients. A valid driver's licence and First Aid are essential.

Life Without Barriers in Fremantle is seeking a Peer Support Worker to provide meaningful support to individuals living with mental illness through lived experience. The role focuses on empowering clients to discover strengths, build independence and achieve positive outcomes through person centred care.

The successful candidate will have lived experience of mental health challenges and experience working with people who have complex needs including mental health challenges in order to

Apply now Job no: 506670
Employment type: Full Time, Part Time
Location: Perth
Categories: Mental Health

Almost half of Australian adults will experience a mental health illness at some point in their life. You can make a meaningful difference to the Australian community by joining the Life Without Barriers team. Our mental health teams provide client led, recovery oriented mental health support, creating positive change in such a vital industry.

Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people and people with mental illness. We work with people who are homeless and refugees and asylum seekers. Join a community of people dedicated to breaking down barriers.

We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.

As a Peer Support Worker, you will provide meaningful support to individuals living with mental illness through shared lived experience and practical guidance. This role focuses on empowering clients to discover their strengths, build independence and achieve positive outcomes through person centred care.

The successful candidate will have lived experience of mental health challenges and experience working with people who have complex needs including mental health challenges in order to effectively support individuals and work towards their goals.

This is a permanent part time opportunity of approximately 3 days per week (or 0.6 FTE) based in Fremantle. Some travel to areas surrounding Fremantle may be required.

• Draw on lived experience to engage with individuals accessing LWB Mental Health Services
• Support individuals to understand their needs, identify challenges and areas of improvement
• Assist individuals to articulate, implement and work towards goals in their support plans
• Share relevant lived experience insights when appropriate and within role scope
• Work as part of the team to support program activities and achievement of individuals outcomes
• Complete documentation and reporting requirements, including progress notes

• Lived experience of mental health challenges, confidence and resilience to share as appropriate
• First Aid Certificate
• Ability to reflect on recovery strategies
• Ability to positively engage, interact and work with people who have complex needs
• Demonstrated knowledge in educational or vocational activities, community participation or independent living skills
• Well established self care and self support strategies in place

Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including a National Criminal History Record Check and WA Working with Children Check.

• Work for one of Australia's largest social purpose organisations
• Life Without Barriers offers ongoing training, support and career advancement opportunities
• Make a real difference in people's journeys towards living well with mental illness.

Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click 'Apply' and follow the prompts. For any enquiries, please contact Kestra at

Candidates with disabilities who require adjustments to the recruitment process or the application form in an alternate format can visit for information on our access and inclusion work and how to contact us directly.

Advertised: 03 Jul 2026 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Jul :55 W. Australia Standard Time