Support workers in Carey Bay, NSW
Carey Bay is served by a growing network of NDIS support workers across Lake Macquarie, NSW — disability support workers, registered and enrolled nurses and allied health assistants available now in and around Carey Bay 2283. Around 7 NDIS providers operate nearby, supporting an estimated 57 local participants.
Most support workers hold a Cert III or IV in Individual Support or Disability, a current NDIS Worker Screening Check, first aid and a driver licence. Pay follows the SCHADS Award — typically $30–$48 an hour depending on classification, shift and casual loading.
Support workers in Carey Bay FAQs
- How many support workers are available in Carey Bay?
- Novida lists support workers open to work across Carey Bay and the surrounding Lake Macquarie, NSW — disability support workers, registered and enrolled nurses and allied health assistants, with new profiles added as workers join.
- How much do support workers earn in Carey Bay?
- Support workers in Carey Bay are paid under the SCHADS Award (MA000100). Indicative rates run from about $30 an hour for an entry-level disability support worker to around $48 an hour for senior roles, with casual employees earning a 25% loading on top. Always confirm current rates with the Fair Work Ombudsman.
- How do I hire a support worker in Carey Bay?
- Browse the available worker profiles, then sign in and send an invitation to apply. You don't need to be a registered NDIS provider — self-managed and plan-managed participants can hire directly, and a worker's contact details stay private until they accept.
- What checks and qualifications do support workers in Carey Bay have?
- Most workers hold a current NDIS Worker Screening Check, a Working with Children Check, first aid and a Cert III or IV in Individual Support or Disability. Registered and enrolled nurses add AHPRA registration and high-intensity support skills.
- Can support workers travel across Lake Macquarie?
- Yes — many support workers in Carey Bay have a driver licence and their own vehicle and support participants right across Lake Macquarie, NSW. Availability and start dates are listed on each profile.