Casual Disability Support Workers - West (Regional Only)

Scope; Portland; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Assistance program

Cashback platform

Orientation & training

Job summary

Scope is seeking Casual Disability Support Workers to join our Supported Independent Living (SIL) services across Colac, Portland, Hamilton and Warrnambool. You will provide person-centred support, help with daily living and promote dignity and independence, following care plans and behaviour support strategies.

We offer paid orientation, training and career pathways. Flexible shifts across mornings to overnights, with travel to multiple towns, and benefits such as salary packaging and an

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work varied shifts including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends and overnight.
• Ability to travel to Colac, Portland, Hamilton or Warrnambool.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check.
• Current Level 2 First Aid & CPR Certificate.
• Full Victorian driver’s licence.
• Valid Australian working rights (and international police check if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Provide warm, respectful, person-centred support that promotes dignity and independence.
• Follow behaviour support strategies, routines and safety procedures.
• Support participants with daily living, personal care, health routines and community access.
• Use calm communication and de-escalation to manage behaviours of concern.
• Work confidently and independently while following structured support plans.
• Maintain clear documentation and communicate with the wider team.
• Bring patience, reliability and a calm, supportive approach to every shift.

Education

Level 2 First Aid & CPR Certificate

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Working with Children Check

Full Victorian driver’s licence

Job description

Casual Disability Support Workers - Colac/Portland/Hamilton/Warrnambool

If at any stage of the recruitment process you require adjustments to meet your individual needs, please contact us at [e-mail]

We are seeking Casual Disability Support Workers across a number of our Supported Independent Living (SIL) accommodation services inColac, Portland, Hamilton, or Warrnambool.

About the role:

• Provide warm, respectful, person-centred support that promotes dignity and independence
• Follow behaviour support strategies, routines, and safety procedures consistently
• Support participants with daily living, personal care, health routines, and community access
• Use calm communication and effective de-escalation to manage behaviours of concern
• Work confidently and independently while following structured support plans
• Maintain clear documentation and communicate effectively with the wider team
• Bring patience, reliability, and a calm, supportive approach to every shift

What you'll need:

• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and overnight (active/sleepover).
• Ability to travel to work in Colac, Portland, Hamilton, or Warrnambool.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check & Working with Children Check.
• Current Level 2 First Aid & CPR Certificate.
• Full Victorian driver’s licence
• Valid Australian working rights and international police check (if applicable).

What's in it for you?

• Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 per year tax free in addition to your standard tax-free threshold for salary)
• Employee Assistance Program (free confidential support and advice for workplace and personal issues)

• Access to an exclusive platform offering cashback, vouchers, and discounts to over 500 popular retailers covering groceries, fuel, entertainment, wellbeing and so much more.
• Your journey will commence with a paid, thorough orientation and you have the opportunity for a diverse career pathway. We have a team committed to helping you nurture your potential and grow your career with our training and development programs.

About Scope

For over 70 years, Scope Aust has supported people with complex disabilities to empower them to live the life they choose, guided by the belief that everyone deserves to belong and thrive. As one of Australia’s largest not-for-profit disability service providers, we operate across Victoria and New South Wales, supporting over 5,600 people from 425+ locations.

Position Description: Disability Support Worker

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