Disability Support Worker

Including You; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 71,635,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Job summary

Including You in Melbourne is seeking compassionate Disability Support Workers to join our team. You will help people with disabilities access communities, perform personal care tasks with dignity, and promote independence through tailored support.

NDIS-specific training will be provided, and you will work with families to achieve client goals in a rights-based, person-centred environment.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Empathetic and proactive approach to supporting participants.
• Ability to work with dignity and respect in person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Assistance with community access and recreational activities.
• Personal care support (showering, toileting and hygiene) as needed.
• Manual handling training included.
• Light domestic duties (meal prep, cleaning).
• Support with behavioural and mental health needs.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Education

Cert III in Individual Support

Cert IV in Disability

Job description

Since its establishment in 2015, Including You has grown into a trusted organisation committed to supporting individuals and families as they navigate the NDIS system. We deliver services across Metro Melbourne, the Goulburn and Grampians regions of regional Victoria, Southeast Queensland and Canberra.

Our mission is to empower people with disabilities to reach their NDIS goals by fostering meaningful experiences, promoting independence and personal fulfilment, and advocating for their rights to equality, inclusion, and self-determination.

At Including You, our Support Workers embrace a person-centred and rights-based approach, delivering tailored support that reflects the unique needs and abilities of each participant. They are dedicated to promoting choice and control, upholding human rights, and encouraging independence through skill-building and the development of strong, sustainable support networks.

About the Role:

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Disability Support Workers to join our team. In this role, you will be helping make a difference in the lives of those living with a disability.

Assistance with community access and recreational activities

MUST be willing to undertake Personal care (showering, toileting, and hygiene assistance) while respecting dignity - training provided when required

Manual handling - training provided when required

Light domestic duties such as meal preparation and cleaning

Behavioral and Mental Health Support

Dedicated to helping participants achieve personal goals with encouragement

Uphold ethical standards, confidentiality and professionalism

Qualifications

One of the following is desirable but not essential:

Cert III in Individual Support

Cert IV in Disability

Training we offer:

NDIS Workers Orientation Module

NDIS Induction Module

Infection Control

COVID-19 Infection Control

Assist Clients with Medication

The following will be required for the Role:

MUST be willing to undertake Personal Care

A fully insured (comprehensive) and reliable vehicle and the willingness to use it for work purposes.

Current Drivers License

NDIS Screening Check

A current Working with Children's Check

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Empathetic and proactive approach with a genuine interest to work in this field

The legal right to work in Australia

Three Professional References

You must have a NDIS worker screening clearance check before commencing work. You will also be required to undertake the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission's free online Worker Orientation Module and Induction Module prior to commencing.

Including You and their staff are committed to child safety, equality and inclusion. We are committed to safeguarding and have zero tolerance towards Child Abuse and Harm. We take our responsibility seriously to ensure the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults we support. Only applicants with Australian Working Rights should apply.

Including You is a Diverse, Cultural, Equal Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation.