Disability Support Specialist — 12h Shifts, Salary Packaging

InLife Independent Living Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Career progression

Great pay and benefits

Job summary

InLife Independent Living Ltd in Melbourne is seeking experienced disability support workers to join our close-knit team supporting a young adult in a 2:1 setting. The role offers longer shifts, consistent rostering, and the chance to make a real difference in daily living.

You will work in the client’s home and in the community, following care plans, maintaining a safe environment, and collaborating with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with a physical disability.
• Experience with manual handling (hoist and sling).
• Experience in personal care (showering and dressing) as required.
• Assistance with domestic duties.
• Enthusiasm and passion for supporting people with disabilities to live great lives.
• Great patience and ability to build rapport with the client.
• Willing to work with a care team approach and follow guidance of professionals.
• Willing to work varied shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends and sleepovers.

Responsibilities

• Support is provided in the client’s home and in the community, with teamwork, communication and maintaining a safe and predictable environment.
• Staff work closely together and follow established routines, care plans and support strategies.
• Potential duties include assisting with physio programs and facilitating community access as directed.

Skills

Disability support experience

Manual handling experience

Personal care experience

Domestic duties

Patience and rapport-building

Teamwork and communication

Flexible hours

Willing to work with care plans

Job description

InLife Independent Living Ltd in Melbourne is seeking experienced disability support workers to join our close-knit team supporting a young adult in a 2:1 setting. The role offers longer shifts, consistent rostering, and the chance to make a real difference in daily living.

You will work in the client’s home and in the community, following care plans, maintaining a safe environment, and collaborating with a supportive team.