How Do I Get An NDIS Worker Screening Check?

As an independent (ABN) Support Worker, you’ll need an NDIS Worker Screening Check if:

• Your Client requests it before starting support services; or,
• You’re providing services to a Registered NDIS Provider.

This is a background check carried out by the government that makes sure you are safe to work with people with disabilities. 

If you pass your background check, you'll receive an NDIS Worker Screening ID. This ID is valid for 5 years, unless it is suspended or revoked by the NDIS Commission.

How do I apply for my NDIS Worker Screening Check?

1. You need to apply through the State or Territory government portal where you live: 
   • ACT
   • NSW
   • NT
   • QLD
   • SA
   • TAS
   • VIC
   • WA
2. An Employee ID is required to complete your application. 
3. Join Kynd as an Independent Support Workers and you can use Kynd’s Employer ID: 4-3LLQ-406.
4. By using Kynd’s Employer ID, your check will link to Kynd’s NDIS Worker Screening Database. Our team can review your check and verify (if you have also uploaded your Government ID) so your application progresses to completion. 
5. Once complete, and if you are cleared to work, you will receive your NDIS Worker Screening ID via email from the government. Some states and territories also issue a card in the post.

Important Note:  The government websites use the term "Employer ID", but don't worry about this. You are still your own boss and not employed by Kynd.

How to link my existing NDIS Worker Screening ID to Kynd?

Not already on Kynd? Easy!

• Create your Support Worker account and add your Worker Screening ID along with other required verification documents.

Already on Kynd? Great!

• Login and go into your Settings, Verifications, + Upload Verification, and add your Worker Screening ID info.

Finally, log into the State or Territory government portal where you applied for your Worker Screening ID. Update your details, adding Kynd to your Employers list (using Kynd’s Employer ID: 4-3LLQ-406).

ACT

NSW

NT

QLD

SA

TAS

VIC

WA

By doing this, you will appear on Kynd's NDIS Worker Screening Database. Our team can then verify your Worker Screening ID.

Once your Worker Screening ID is linked to Kynd, our team will be notified by the NDIS Commission if your ID is suspended or revoked. See Kynd Terms of Use for more information about this.

FAQs

What Is The NDIS Worker Screening Check?

The Worker Screening Check was introduced on 1 February 2021 and is an assessment of whether a person who works, or seeks to work, with people with a disability poses a risk to them. It determines whether a person is cleared or excluded from working in risk-assessed roles with people with disability.

How Long Does The NDIS Worker Screening Check Take?

The Worker Screening Clearance typically only takes a few days to process. However, there can always be delays in applications, whether it’s due to additional system checks or assessments. The NDIS Worker Screening Clearance is a more robust check than a National Police Check, so processing times may vary.

How Long Is The NDIS Worker Screening Clearance Valid?

NDIS Worker Screening clearances expire every five years.

Workers with an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance are subject to ongoing monitoring. This means your NDIS Worker Screening Clearance status can be reassessed if the Worker Screening Unit (WSU) or the NDIS Commission receives new or updated information that suggests you pose a risk to people with disability.