Compassionate Disability Support Specialist

Help at Hand Support Services; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Help at Hand Support Services in Victoria is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers for casual shifts. You will deliver person-centered support, assist clients with daily activities and accompany them on outings.

The role involves varied days, including medical appointments and in-home companionship. Desirable candidates hold a Cert III in Disability or above, current Working with Children Check, police check (within 6 months), First Aid/CPR, and a full Australian driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Own a fully insured and reliable vehicle.
• International police check (if applicable) or current police check (within 6 months).
• Cert III in Disability or above or equivalent experience.
• Current Working with Children check.
• First aid/CPR certificates (current).
• Full and clean Australian driver’s license.
• Be punctual, reliable and flexible.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Empathetic and proactive with a genuine interest to work in this field.
• Ability to self-supervise and remain calm during crises.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support tailored to each client.
• Assist clients with activities like beach days, movies, or attending events.
• Support clients to attend medical appointments and accompany them at home.
• Demonstrate empathy, reliability and flexibility in daily routines.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Punctuality

Reliability

Education

Cert III in Disability or above

Working with Children Check

First aid/CPR

Police check (within 6 months)

Full Australian driver’s license

Job description

Help at Hand Support Services in Victoria is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers for casual shifts. You will deliver person-centered support, assist clients with daily activities and accompany them on outings.

The role involves varied days, including medical appointments and in-home companionship. Desirable candidates hold a Cert III in Disability or above, current Working with Children Check, police check (within 6 months), First Aid/CPR, and a full Australian driver’s license.