Disability Support Worker (SIL)| Mooroolbark

Hearth Support Services; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Hearth Support Services in Mooroolbark is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers for part-time shifts in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) setting. You will provide 2:1 support, assist with daily living activities, and deliver safe, person-centred care, including sleepovers.

The role suits those with experience handling complex behaviours of concern and a commitment to consistent, high-quality support.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting participants with complex behaviours of concern.
• Current Australian Driver's License and insured vehicle.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Working with Children's Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Current First Aid & CPR (or willingness to obtain)
• Rights to work in Australia

Responsibilities

• Provide 2:1 support within a SIL environment.
• Assist with daily living activities.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and routines.
• Accurately documenting support provided.
• Escalate concerns appropriately when required.

Skills

Complex behaviours

Personal care

Medication administration

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Behaviour support plans

Driver's license

Job description

Do work that matters.

At Hearth, we're driven by a simple but powerful purpose: to support people with disability to live their best lives through genuine understanding, high-quality support, and long-term sustainable relationships.

We are currently seeking experienced Disability Support Workers on a Part time basis to join a dedicated Supported Independent Living (SIL) team in Mooroolbark.

This role is ideal for support workers with experience supporting participants with complex behaviours of concern who are looking for consistent shifts (sleepover included) and the opportunity to make a genuine difference.

About the Role

You will be providing 2:1 support within a SIL environment, assisting with daily living activities while delivering safe, person-centred care. This role requires confidence in implementing behavior support strategies, exercising sound judgement, accurately documenting support provided, and escalating concerns appropriately when required.

We're Looking For People Who:

• Have experience supporting participants with complex behaviours of concern
• Have experience with full personal care and medication administration
• Are calm, resilient, and able to remain professional in challenging situations
• Can implement behaviour support plans and follow established routines
• Demonstrate strong documentation, communication, and decision‑making skills
• Are proactive, reliable, and able to work collaboratively within a team
• Have experience in a SIL environment (desirable but not essential)

Have flexibility to work mornings, evenings, and nights on a rotating roster

Available Shifts – Part time

• Friday: 3:00pm - 9:00am (10pm-6am sleepover)
• Saturday: 3:00pm - 9:00am (10pm-6am sleepover)
• Saturday 3pm-8pm
• Sunday 3pm-8pm
• Sunday: 3:00pm - 9:00am (10pm-6am sleepover)
  Additional shifts may be available over time.
  Sleepover Allowance applied for sleepover hours.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working with complex behaviours of concern
• Current Australian Driver's License and insured vehicle
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Working with Children's Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Current First Aid & CPR (or willingness to obtain)
• Rights to work in Australia

Why Join Hearth?

• Consistent, ongoing shifts
• SCHADS Award rates plus applicable penalties and loadings
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Dedicated management support
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career growth within a growing organisation

About Hearth

Hearth is a registered NDIS provider delivering Support Work, Allied Health, Positive Behaviour Support, and Supported Independent Living services across Victoria. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and communities.