Disability Support Worker

Independent Living Victoria; City of Frankston; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above‑award pay rates

Superannuation & penalty rates

Weekly pay cycle

Roster stability

Paid kilometres for transport in own车

Induction & ongoing training

Supportive management

Job summary

Independent Living Victoria in Frankston, VIC is seeking Disability Support Workers to provide compassionate, person‑centred support for participants in the Frankston/South East area. The role emphasizes independence, community participation, and high‑quality daily living assistance.

You will work both independently and as part of a supportive team, with comprehensive training and ongoing development. Essential requirements include a valid Australian driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and a

Qualifications

• Certificate or higher in disability/aged care or related field.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check required.
• Police and First Aid certifications current.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality, person‑centred support to participants in Frankston/South East area.
• Assist with daily living activities while promoting independence and community participation.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with participants and team.

Skills

Bowel care

Catheter care

Transfers/manual handling

High physical support

Communication

Independent & team work

Education

Certificate III or higher in Disability Support/Individual Support/Aged Care/Nursing

Job description

Independent Living Victoria – Frankston VIC

Disability Support Worker – Frankston/South East Area

We Are Growing Our Team!

As our company continues to grow, we're looking for compassionate and dedicated Disability Support Workers to join our team in the Frankston area.

If you're passionate about supporting people to live independently, achieve their goals, and participate fully in their communities, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join ILV?

At ILV, our participants are at the centre of everything we do. We believe great support starts with great people, which is why we invest in our team and provide a supportive environment where you can thrive.

About the Role

We are seeking experienced support workers to provide high-quality, person-centred support to participants living in the Frankston or South East area.

This role involves supporting participants with a range of complex care and daily living needs while promoting independence, choice, and community participation.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Complex bowel care

• Catheter care

• Transfers and manual handling

• Experience supporting participants with high physical support needs

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Highly Regarded

• Experience supporting participants with spinal cord injuries

Mandatory Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• A valid Australian Driver's License

• Access to a reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance

• Certificate III or higher in Disability Support, Individual Support, Aged Care, Nursing, or a related field

• NDIS Worker Screening Check

• Current Police Check (within 3 years)

• Current First Aid Certificate (within 3 years)

• Current CPR Certificate (within 12 months)

• Current Manual Handling Certificate (within 12 months)

• Current Infection Prevention and Control and NDIS-related training modules

• Full working rights within Australia

• Ability to provide two professional industry references

Benefits of Working with ILV

• Above-award pay rates

• Superannuation and applicable penalty rates

• Weekly pay cycle

• Consistent and set weekly rosters

• Paid kilometres when transporting participants in your own vehicle

• Comprehensive induction and onboarding program

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• A strong participant-worker matching process focused on building long-term relationships

• Responsive and supportive management team