Compassionate Disability Support Specialist - Casual

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

Job summary

Help at Hand Support Services in Ballarat is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to join our team. You will deliver person-centred support, plan daily activities with clients, and assist with community outings such as beaches, movies, or sports events.

Daily tasks vary, including accompanying clients to medical appointments and providing companionship at home. The role suits reliable, empathetic individuals with current checks and a valid Australian driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Must have own vehicle and be fully insured
• International police check or current police check within 6 months
• Certificate 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
• Be 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 stay calm during crises

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to clients
• Assist with outings and appointments (beach, movie, game, etc)
• Offer companionship and daily living support
• Support clients with medical appointments and home activities

Skills

Punctual

Reliable and flexible

Good written and verbal communication

Empathetic and proactive

Self-supervise during crises

Education

Certificate III in Disability or equivalent

Working with Children Check

First aid/CPR certificates (current)

Driver’s license (full, clean)

Job description

Help at Hand Support Services in Ballarat is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to join our team. You will deliver person-centred support, plan daily activities with clients, and assist with community outings such as beaches, movies, or sports events.

Daily tasks vary, including accompanying clients to medical appointments and providing companionship at home. The role suits reliable, empathetic individuals with current checks and a valid Australian driver’s license.