Disability Support Worker (Mental Health) - Wollongong

Payworx; Fairy Meadow; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly shifts

Stable roster

Supportive team

Make a difference

Job summary

Payworx is seeking an experienced Disability Support Worker to join our team in Wollongong. The role focuses on supporting individuals with mental health needs, requiring compassion, reliability, and strong documentation and communication skills.

We offer ongoing weekly shifts and a stable roster within a supportive team, with opportunities to grow as services expand. Applicants must have current checks and a valid driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• Australian resident with full working rights.
• Experience supporting participants with mental health diagnoses.
• Ability to work active shifts and/or sleepover shifts.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Own reliable transport.
• Fluent English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with mental health needs in Wollongong.
• Provide compassionate, reliable, and respectful care as part of a growing team.
• Participate in ongoing weekly shifts and help maintain a stable roster.
• Accurately document care and interactions for participants’ records.
• Contribute to a supportive team environment and communicate effectively with staff.

Skills

Fluent English

Communication

Documentation

Reliability

Team player

Job description

Disability Support Worker (Mental Health) - Wollongong

We are currently seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to join a growing support team in Wollongong.

The successful applicant will be compassionate, resilient, reliable, and experienced in supporting individuals with mental health needs. This role offers ongoing weekly shifts with the opportunity to become part of a stable and supportive team.

Essential Requirements

• Australian Resident with full working rights
• Experience supporting participants with mental health diagnoses
• Ability to work active shifts and/or sleepover shifts
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
• Current Driver's Licence
• Own reliable transport
• Fluent English communication skills

Highly Regarded

• Medication Assistance Experience
• Diabetes Training
• Experience preparing meals and lunch packs
• Restrictive Practice Experience
• Behaviour Support Experience
• Mental Health Support Experience

What We Offer

• - Ongoing weekly shifts
• - Stable long-term roster
• - Supportive team environment
• - Opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives
• - Potential for additional shifts as services continue to grow