Disability Support Worker – Casual | Ballarat & Bendigo

Connect Care Solutions; Ballarat; In loco; AUD 55.000 - 62.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive casual pay

Flexible casual employment

Potential transition to part-time

Supportive management

Inclusive team environment

Professional development

Opportunities to develop skills

Make a meaningful difference

Descrizione del lavoro

Connect Care Solutions Pty Ltd is seeking reliable Casual Disability Support Workers to join our Ballarat and Bendigo teams. You will assist NDIS participants with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life in their homes and communities.

Flexible hours, with potential to transition to part-time as service demand grows. We value compassionate, patient staff who travel within the local service area and build strong relationships with participants.

Competenze

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
• Current National Police Check.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle.
• First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.

Mansioni

• Assist participants with daily living activities and routines.
• Support participants with tasks at home and in the community.
• Provide community access and social participation support.
• Assist with shopping, appointments and errands.
• Encourage independence and life skills development.
• Build respectful relationships and document progress notes.

Conoscenze

Compassionate

Reliable

Flexible availability

Effective communicator

Willing to travel

Formazione

Certificate III/IV in Individual Support or Disability

Descrizione del lavoro

Connect Care Solutions Pty Ltd

Locations: Ballarat, Bendigo VIC and surrounding areas
Employment Type: Casual, with potential to transition to part-time
Hourly Rate: $40–$45 per hour

Disability Support Worker – Casual | Ballarat & Bendigo

Connect Care Solutions Pty Ltd

Locations: Ballarat, Bendigo VIC and surrounding areas
Employment Type: Casual, with potential to transition to part-time
Hourly Rate: $40–$45 per hour

About Connect Care Solutions

Connect Care Solutions is a registered NDIS provider dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to live independently, confidently and meaningfully within their communities.

Founded by experienced mental health nurses and a social worker, we pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, reliable and person-centred disability support.

As we continue to expand our services across regional Victoria, we are seeking reliable, compassionate and motivated Casual Disability Support Workers to join our growing team in Ballarat, Bendigo and surrounding areas.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive organisation, with the potential to transition into a part-time position as our services grow.

About the Role

As a Disability Support Worker, you will play an important role in assisting NDIS participants with everyday activities, promoting independence and enhancing their quality of life.

Depending on individual participant needs, your responsibilities may include:

• Assisting participants with daily living activities and household routines.
• Supporting participants with household tasks, general cleaning and maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment.
• Providing community access and social participation support.
• Assisting with shopping, appointments and everyday errands.
• Encouraging independence and the development of essential life skills.
• Building positive, respectful and professional relationships with participants.
• Completing accurate progress notes and communicating effectively with the team.

We particularly welcome applicants who enjoy providing practical, hands-on assistance and take pride in helping participants maintain comfortable, safe and well-organised homes.

About You

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Compassionate, patient and genuinely passionate about supporting people with disabilities.
• Reliable, punctual and committed to providing high-quality support.
• Comfortable assisting with a variety of daily living and household activities.
• Able to work independently and manage their time effectively.
• Available to work shorter shifts and flexible with their working hours.
• Respectful of participants' privacy, dignity and individual preferences.
• Willing to travel within their local service area.
• Familiar with the Ballarat or Bendigo region, including local community services, activities and programs.
• Positive, professional and able to communicate effectively.

Essential Requirements

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
• Current National Police Check.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Valid driver's licence and access to a reliable, insured vehicle.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain before commencing relevant duties.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and follow organisational policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must have:

• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability or a related qualification.
• Previous experience in disability support, aged care, mental health or community services.
• Experience assisting participants with household management and daily living activities.
• Good knowledge of their local region and available community programs and resources.
• An understanding of NDIS principles and person-centred support.

What We Offer

• Competitive casual pay of $40–$45 per hour, depending on experience and applicable SCHADS Award classification.
• Flexible casual employment opportunities.
• Potential transition to part-time employment as service demand grows.
• Supportive, approachable and experienced management.
• A friendly and inclusive team environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and gain experience supporting participants with diverse needs.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's everyday lives.

Applicable penalty rates and allowances will be paid in accordance with the relevant industrial instrument.