Why work for Disability Services Queensland?
has given me the opportunity to progress from a new graduate to the most senior psychologist employed within the department."
Michael Keates, senior practitioner, joined Disability Services Queensland as a graduate 15 years ago.
Salary/remuneration
At Disability Services Queensland, you are appointed to a particular level depending upon your qualifications and experience. More information about salaries and allowances can be found on the Public Sector Industrial and Employee Relations website.
Hours of duty – flexible working hours
The hours of duty will vary depending on the type of occupation you are employed in. However, sometimes you might have to work outside these core business hours. If you do, we have flexible working arrangements, including time off in lieu. Some staff are employed on a roster basis.
Recreation leave
When you work at Disability Services Queensland, you will normally receive 20 working days per year plus 17.5 per cent loading on recreational leave. This can vary in remote regions, for example, in a northern remote region recreation leave of 25 working days per year plus 14.5 per cent loading.
Shift workers receive 25 working days per year plus 27.5 per cent leave loading . Recreation leave may also be taken on half pay.
Sick leave
You will be eligible for 10 working days sick leave a year on full pay.
Long service leave
You will accumulate long service leave at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service. Normally you will be eligible for long service leave after 10 years of continuous meritorious service. Long service leave may also be taken on half pay.
Specific entitlements
Some positions within Disability Services Queensland, such as our residential care officer roles, have specific conditions depending on your type of employment, for example, full-time, part-time or casual. More information about specific entitlements is made available to all job applicants.
(Leave entitlements quoted are for full-time employment. Entitlements for part-time employment are calculated on a pro rata basis.)
Work/life strategy
At Disability Services Queensland, we think it is important to help our employees balance their work and life responsibilities. We do this through supportive work policies and flexible work options, including part-time work and a range of leave options.
Training
Disability Services Queensland offers ongoing learning and professional development opportunities. Our learning and development program allows staff to keep their skills up to date so they can provide the best support possible to people with a disability.
The Department's Learning and Organisational Development Strategy 2006-2011 provides a commitment to improving our staff's capabilities, attracting new staff and delivering better outcomes for our clients.
Mentoring and supervision opportunities are also available.
Study and Research Assistance Scheme
We value your decision to undertake study or research and further develop your skills. If you are studying or planning to undertake study, you may be able to apply for financial and/or leave assistance.
The Study and Research Assistance Scheme supports employees who undertake further education, provided that the study and/or research is relevant to our services and linked to our strategic outcomes.
Superannuation
QSUPER is the superannuation scheme provided by the Queensland Government for its employees. You may also make additional voluntary contributions. If you already contribute to another superannuation scheme and require information regarding portability, you should contact the Government Superannuation Office.
Promotion and career opportunities
Disability Services Queensland is committed to your continuous professional development. Through achievement planning and review processes, we support our staff to access opportunities for professional development and significant work-related experiences. Staff may enhance their experiences through relieving in other positions.
The progression through salary levels is in accordance with the process set out in the Queensland Public Service Award - State.
Salary packaging
Disability Services Queensland offers salary packaging depending on your personal circumstances.
Workplace health and safety
Disability Services Queensland is committed to providing a healthy and safe working environment for employees and all persons in the workplace.
Equal employment opportunity
Disability Services Queensland is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the Queensland community.
Employee Assistance Scheme
Disability Services Queensland provides staff with access to personal counselling through our Employee Assistance Scheme.Last updated June 2008