Build a career that changes lives
When you work here, your effort creates real impact. We are a social enterprise where purpose comes first, and every role contributes to the lives of the people we support. Over the past decade, we have grown with intention, welcoming Zest Care, SASI and AQA into Independence Australia.
Why work with us
Your purpose works here
We have been a social enterprise since 1957. Every dollar of surplus goes back into services, not shareholders. When you join us, you are joining a team that shows up every day because it matters.
The people you support
You will work alongside people with disability, children and young people in care, families needing early support, and people managing their health at home. Every shift is a chance to make a real difference in someone’s day.
Shifts that fit
Part time, full time and casual across six states, with a thoughtful matching process.
1,000 colleagues
Four brands, six states, one team you can grow within.
Our funded training programs
Three funded programs, open across the group. No qualification needed to start.
Leadership Program
An Advanced Dual Diploma in Sector Management and Competitive Systems and Practices, funded in full.
Upskill Program
A funded dual Certificate IV in Disability for staff without a qualification, or whose qualification is more than ten years old.
Workforce Development Program
Come from any industry. A funded dual Certificate IV, and an ongoing permanent position after twelve months.
Where you could work at Independence Australia
Disability & Home Support
This is our biggest area of hiring. Support workers across Independence Australia, Zest Care, SASI and AQA, trained in a range of complex and high-intensity supports. No qualification? The Workforce Development program will fund one.
Clinical & Allied Health
Nurses, continence specialists, allied health professionals and clinical support staff across our services. From wound care and continence management to complex clinical supports, these roles keep quality care at the heart of everything we do.
Products & Logistics
The team behind our nationwide distribution network. From the warehouse to the web store to the delivery route, these roles keep essential products moving to the people who need them across Australia.
Corporate
The people who keep the organisation running. Finance, marketing, communications, IT, human resources and more. Every corporate role supports the frontline teams who deliver our services and the people they support.
We hire inclusively. We employ people of every background, gender, age and ability, and we actively welcome applicants with lived experience of disability. If you need an adjustment at any point in the process, tell us and we will make it.
Contact us
Complete the below enquiry to start exploring your next career move or reach out to our People Experience team at [email protected] to learn more about our opportunities.