Forward Ability Support
Employer Business Type
Profile Summary
Since we first began as ParaQuad NSW back in 1961, we’ve been dedicated to supporting people living with spinal cord injury in the community.
Rolling forward to today, we’re proud to make a real difference in the lives of our members, clients, customers and extended team.
Our experience of working with people every day gives us great insight and understanding of how far-reaching the effects of spinal cord injury are, not just for the individual but also their families and extended community.
These insights have moulded and formed how we support a range of people with healthcare needs. And while the brand of ParaQuad NSW has stood us in good stead for 60 years, we need to evolve, to broaden our horizons and lift our scope.
That is why we are evolving from the ParaQuad NSW name into Forward Ability Support - a name that reflects the positive, life-affirming attributes of our organisation.
Forward embodies the idea that no matter where any of us may be physically or mentally, at any point in time, there is always the opportunity to move forward.
Our new brand Forward brings a reinvigorated vision that represents everything we all work so hard to achieve; creating possibilities, bringing hope and joy to our clients, leading the way with knowledge and expertise and supporting those living with a spinal cord injury towards a brighter, positive future.
While our name has changed, our vision to support people living with spinal cord injury live their best life remains stronger than ever.
We’re excited to move FORWARD, creating an environment where positivity matters, making a difference matters, and every day matters.
Forward Ability Support is a registered charity, and our social enterprise, BrightSky Australia, is a leading supplier of specialist healthcare products.
Forward Ability Support is the trading name of The Paraplegic and Quadriplegic Association of NSW.
Rolling forward to today, we’re proud to make a real difference in the lives of our members, clients, customers and extended team.
Our experience of working with people every day gives us great insight and understanding of how far-reaching the effects of spinal cord injury are, not just for the individual but also their families and extended community.
These insights have moulded and formed how we support a range of people with healthcare needs. And while the brand of ParaQuad NSW has stood us in good stead for 60 years, we need to evolve, to broaden our horizons and lift our scope.
That is why we are evolving from the ParaQuad NSW name into Forward Ability Support - a name that reflects the positive, life-affirming attributes of our organisation.
Forward embodies the idea that no matter where any of us may be physically or mentally, at any point in time, there is always the opportunity to move forward.
Our new brand Forward brings a reinvigorated vision that represents everything we all work so hard to achieve; creating possibilities, bringing hope and joy to our clients, leading the way with knowledge and expertise and supporting those living with a spinal cord injury towards a brighter, positive future.
While our name has changed, our vision to support people living with spinal cord injury live their best life remains stronger than ever.
We’re excited to move FORWARD, creating an environment where positivity matters, making a difference matters, and every day matters.
Forward Ability Support is a registered charity, and our social enterprise, BrightSky Australia, is a leading supplier of specialist healthcare products.
Forward Ability Support is the trading name of The Paraplegic and Quadriplegic Association of NSW.
Why work with us
We value the voices of the people we support to maximise life choices, independence and quality of life in the long term. Our values guide us in our commitment to empowering those living with spinal cord injury live their best life possible every day.
Collaborative
We celebrate our diverse talents, resources and relationships as we work together towards shared goals.
Committed to excellence
We are committed to achieving excellence in everything we do, everyday.
Being mindful
We are mindful about what we do and the effect our actions have on others. We behave with empathy, respect and compassion.
Taking pride
We care about what we do and take pride in our contribution both inside our organisation and across the wider community.
Lead the way
We look for ways to use initiative, take ownership and offer guidance and leadership to our community, our people and our organisation – to make a real difference.
Why join Forward
Join our team and start a rewarding career with a great organisation in a growing industry.
Some of the benefits of working with Forward:
You are part of a caring organisation with a long history of helping others
Your work makes a tangible difference to people with spinal cord injury and their families
Family-friendly flexible workplaces
Excellent career and learning opportunities
Collaborative and supportive working environment
Salary packaging of up to $15,899
Long service leave after 5 years
Active social club
EEO employer – we pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive workplace
Shifts no longer than 8 hours
Specialists in spinal cord injury with excellent training
Collaborative
We celebrate our diverse talents, resources and relationships as we work together towards shared goals.
Committed to excellence
We are committed to achieving excellence in everything we do, everyday.
Being mindful
We are mindful about what we do and the effect our actions have on others. We behave with empathy, respect and compassion.
Taking pride
We care about what we do and take pride in our contribution both inside our organisation and across the wider community.
Lead the way
We look for ways to use initiative, take ownership and offer guidance and leadership to our community, our people and our organisation – to make a real difference.
Why join Forward
Join our team and start a rewarding career with a great organisation in a growing industry.
Some of the benefits of working with Forward:
You are part of a caring organisation with a long history of helping others
Your work makes a tangible difference to people with spinal cord injury and their families
Family-friendly flexible workplaces
Excellent career and learning opportunities
Collaborative and supportive working environment
Salary packaging of up to $15,899
Long service leave after 5 years
Active social club
EEO employer – we pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive workplace
Shifts no longer than 8 hours
Specialists in spinal cord injury with excellent training
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Employed Allied Health Professionals
Employed Admin and Management Professionals