04/01/2026
π»π» Weβre Hiring π»π»
Some of the most important work happens with people at their most vulnerable; through trauma, exclusion, illness, and at times, the end of life.
At EMP Supports, we are a local NDIS service provider, a team of about 40, currently serving the Illawarra, South Coast & Southern Highlands. We support people living with complex psychosocial needs, high-intensity support requirements, and life-limiting illness, often these people have been left at the edges of traditional systems of care.
This is meaningful, yet demanding work.
We are honest about that in right from the start of our recruitment process.
π»π»Current Employment Vacanciesπ» π»
π Disabilty Support Worker - Complex Psychosocial, High-Intensity & Palliative Support.
Real people. Real complexity. Real responsibility.
π At EMP Supports, we donβt hire to fill shifts. We build teams capable of supporting people through trauma, instability, systemic disadvantage and sometimes their final chapter, with dignity, professionalism, and care.
π This role is not for everyone, and thats ok!
π But if you are emotionally grounded, values-driven, and able to hold steady in both crisis and quiet moments, this work can be deeply meaningful.
π» A realistic picture of the employmentπ»
You may support people experiencing:
π Complex psychosocial disability and significant mental health needs
π High-intensity and challenging behaviours
π Alcohol and other drug (AOD) use and recovery
π Acute Homelessness or housing instability, including people living rough on-goingly.
π Justice system involvement, including people with prior convictions re-entering the community
π Child protection involvement (DCJ)
π Children and young people within NSW Out of Home Care (OOHC)
π Intergenerational trauma, grief, and loss
π Life-limiting illness, palliative care, and end-of-life transitions
π» The People we support may be fearful, guarded, dysregulated, grieving, or unwell β often with limited trust in systems. π»
π«Ά Some days are confronting.
π«Ά Some days are deeply human and still.
π«Ά All days require presence, emotional regulation, and professionalism.
π» Our practice framework π»
All support at EMP Supports is grounded in:
π Trauma-informed care
π Person-centred and strengths-based practice
π Respect for dignity, autonomy, consent, and end-of-life wishes
π Clear boundaries, role clarity, and safety
π Cultural humility and respect for spiritual and personal beliefs
We believe dignity matters at every stage of life.
π»The role: what support looks like in practice π»
Support is delivered in homes, community settings, supported accommodation, often with people requiring consistency, calm presence, and emotional safety.
Support may include:
π Personal care and daily living support
π Emotional support, grief support, and distress regulation
π Supporting people during decline, uncertainty, or end-of-life
π Supporting routines that create stability and safety
π Community access, appointments, and service engagement
π Supporting re-entry into the community following custody or instability
π Working alongside families, carers, health professionals, and multidisciplinary teams
π Maintaining accurate documentation and following care plans, risk strategies, and advance care directives
π» Although we are a connected team, You will often work independently, guided by: π»
π Individual support plans and end-of-life directives
π Behaviour support and risk management plans
π Organisational policies and training
π Strong professional boundaries and reflective practice
π» This role requires: π»
π Comfortable with illness, decline, and loss
π Emotional resilience and self-awareness
π The ability to remain calm and present in complex situations
π Deep respect for privacy, consent, and personal space
π An understanding that sometimes being there is the support
π» Who this role is suited to: π»
π People experienced or interested in complex psychosocial and palliative support
π People who stay grounded in high-emotion, high-intensity situations
π People who can follow structured plans while responding with humanity
π People who understand trauma, grief, and loss impact behaviour
π People who value supervision, reflection, and teamwork
π People who believe compassion and accountability go together
π©· Why EMP Supports π©·
EMP Supports is a values-led provider committed to supporting people who are often excluded, underserved, or navigating lifeβs most difficult transitions.
We strive to be a fair and ethical employer, offering:
π Clear expectations and professional boundaries
π Supportive, accountable leadership
π Ongoing training in trauma-informed, high-risk, and palliative support
π Strong supervision and peer support
π A culture where safety, dignity, and integrity are highly respected.
π» We donβt promise easy work. π»
We promise meaningful work done properly!
π©·Still Interested? π©·
Send us a short email to enquiries@empsupports.org telling us why this kind of work matters to you.
We hire not only for skill set, but also, values, emotional intelligence, and integrity, and from there we support our team to meet the standard. At EMP Supports, we support people through complexity, vulnerability, and sometimes the end of life β and we do that work with care, courage, and respect.
If this sounds like what youβre looking for in 2026, we look forward to hearing from you !
π» EMP.
