Disability Support Worker

BJ Care Services Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BJ Care Services Pty Ltd is seeking a dedicated Disability Support Worker to provide high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with disability across Melbourne and Victoria.

Role requires AQF Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), 1–2 years' experience, and strong knowledge of the NDIS framework, with emphasis on empathy, documentation, and collaboration with families and community partners.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is required.
• 1–2 years' relevant work experience is essential.
• Strong understanding of the NDIS framework and person-centred care principles.
• Experience assessing client needs and developing support or participation programs.
• Ability to liaise with community organisations, government agencies, and families.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and First Aid/CPR certification (held or willing to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Support people with disability with daily activities including mobility, housekeeping, personal care, medication assistance, and meal preparation.
• Negotiate with individuals and their families regarding type and acceptance of care.
• Provide emotional support and assist individuals in managing depression, confusion, and grief.
• Identify and facilitate community-based social and recreational activities for people with disability.
• Assist people with disability to access relevant disability support services.
• Support people with disability to pursue training and employment opportunities.
• Manage risks and respond to emergencies in home or community care settings.

Skills

Compassionate care

Empathy

Education

AQF Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

Tools

First Aid/CPR,

Job description

Established in 2018, BJ Care Services Pty Ltd is a registered NDIS provider specialising in person-centred disability support for individuals with complex behaviours of concern. Led by directors with over 30 years of combined experience in the disability sector, we deliver structured, high-quality community and residential support services across Melbourne and Victoria.

Our services include community participation programs, social and community access support, NDIS school holiday programs, life skills development, Supported Independent Living (SIL), Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), Short-Term Accommodation (STA), and Respite Care. We support children, adults, and families in achieving greater independence, community inclusion, and quality of life.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Disability Support Workers to join our team, providing high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with disability, including those with complex behaviours of concern, across our community and residential services in Melbourne and Victoria.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Support people with disability with daily activities including mobility, housekeeping, personal care, medication assistance, and meal preparation
• Negotiate with individuals and their families regarding the type and acceptance of care provided
• Provide emotional support and assist individuals in managing depression, confusion, and grief
• Identify and facilitate community-based social and recreational activities for people with disability
• Assist people with disability to access relevant disability support services
• Support people with disability to pursue training and employment opportunities
• Manage risks and respond to emergencies in a home or community care setting

Qualifications and Experience Required

• AQF Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
• Minimum 1-2 years' relevant work experience (essential)
• Strong understanding of the NDIS framework, NDIS Practice Standards, and person-centred care principles
• Experience assessing client needs and developing and implementing individual support or community participation programs
• Proven ability to liaise with community organisations, government agencies, allied health professionals, and families
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (held, or willingness to obtain)
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (held, or willingness to obtain)