ADA Australia is an independent, not-for-profit organisation that has been advocating for the rights of older people and people with disability across Queensland for more than 30 years.
We provide advocacy, information and education services that empower people to understand their rights, have their voices heard and achieve fair outcomes.
We're seeking a Disability Advocate to provide information, support and advocacy to people with disability, their families and carers.
Full-time or part-time fixed-term opportunity available until 30 June 2027.
You'll work directly with clients experiencing issues relating to disability services, discrimination, abuse, neglect, decision-making, complaints, access to supports and navigating complex systems, including the NDIS.
In this role, you will:
You're passionate about social justice and empowering people to have their voices heard.
You will bring:
If you're passionate about supporting vulnerable people and making a positive difference, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume outlining your suitability for the position.
Applications close 5:00pm, 21 October 2026, unless filled prior.
For more information about ADA Australia please visit adaaustralia.com.au or contact HR@adaaustralia.com.au.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, the LGBTIQ+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Join a supportive and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated, and our culture is built on respect, dignity and fairness.
ADA Australia is a not-for-profit, independent, community based advocacy service with over 20 years experience in supporting and improving the wellbeing of older people and people with a disability in Queensland.
ADA Australia is funded by the State and Commonwealth Governments to provide information, education and support to enable people to understand and exercise their rights and responsibilities when receiving an aged care or community care service. ADA Australia's services are free, confidential and client directed.
ADA Australia operates state-wide in Queensland with a head office in Brisbane and regional offices in Cairns, Townsville, Mackay, Rockhampton, Hervey Bay, Toowoomba, and the Gold Coast. ADA Australia provides outreach services to rural and remote communities, and has a free-call information line.
ADA Australia's general advocacy service has been supporting Queenslanders since 1991. Since 2007 ADA Australia has also provided a guardianship advocacy service, supporting adults with guardianship and administration matters including support at tribunal hearings.
ADA Australia's vision is to give vulnerable people a voice through information, education and support.
