Expression of Interest: Disability Support Worker - Home & Living | Mildura

Aruma; Mildura; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Discounted health insurance

Remote area housing assistance

Remote area fuel and travel benefits

Increased packaging options

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

BRAVE Awards

Job summary

Aruma is a BRAVE organisation focused on empowering people with disabilities to live the life they choose. In Mildura, you will support clients across home, community, and supported accommodation, promoting independence and social inclusion while working with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes personalised goals, regulatory compliance, and a compassionate approach to care, with remote-area salary packaging options that may enhance compensation for eligible regions.

Qualifications

• You’re passionate about human rights and driven to make a positive impact.
• You bring empathy, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset.
• You’re ready to meet regulatory requirements and contribute to a diverse, inclusive team.

Responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality support services to customers with disabilities.
• Assisting clients in their daily living activities, such as personal care, mobility, and skill development.
• Promoting community integration and supporting clients in accessing social and recreational activities.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualised support plans.
• Encouraging independence and empowering clients to achieve their personal goals.
• Advocating for the rights and needs of individuals with disabilities.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Disability Support Worker - Home & Living | Mildura

About Us:

At Aruma, we champion diversity, inclusion, and human rights. Our mission is to empower individuals to live the life they choose, with dignity and respect. As a BRAVE organisation: Bold, Respectful, Accountable, Valuing Teamwork, and striving for Excellence—we’re proud to be trailblazers in the disability support sector.

About theRole:

As a Support Worker at Aruma, you’ll empower people with disabilities to live the life they choose. Working across home, community, and supported accommodation settings, you’ll provide tailored support that promotes independence, inclusion, and personal growth. From daily living assistance to helping build social connections, your work will make a meaningful difference. It will be guided by individual goals and delivered in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

If you're based in a remote or regional area, you may also be eligible for additional salary packaging benefits. See below for details.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering high-quality support services to customers with disabilities.
• Assisting clients in their daily living activities, such as personal care, mobility, and skill development.
• Promoting community integration and supporting clients in accessing social and recreational activities.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualised support plans.
• Encouraging independence and empowering clients to achieve their personal goals.
• Advocating for the rights and needs of individuals with disabilities.

Benefits of working with Aruma!

Financial Benefits

• Salary packaging: Up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment—tax free.
• Discounted health insurance via Bupa.

Remote Area Benefits

Employees based in eligible remote or regional areas may access additional salary packaging options, including:

• Remote area housing assistance (rent or mortgage interest)
• Remote area fuel and travel benefits
• Increased tax savings through extended packaging options

Eligibility is based on location and individual circumstances, in line with ATO guidelines.

Wellbeing & Support

• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Includes Money Assist, Legal Assist, Family Assist, and Nutrition/Lifestyle Assist.
• Fitness Passport: Subsidised gym membership.

Recognition & Growth

• BRAVE Reviews and annual BRAVE Awards.
• Meaningful work in a values-driven organisation.

About You:

• You’re passionate about human rights and driven to make a positive impact.
• You bring empathy, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset.
• You’re ready to meet regulatory requirements and contribute to a diverse, inclusive team where every voice matters.
• Candidates with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Your lived experience is valued and helps us build a more inclusive world.

We encourage early applications as we will be shortlisting throughout the advertising period. If you’re ready to make a difference,

Our Commitment

At Aruma, we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are focused on creating an inclusive, high-performing workplace.

Our Recruitment Approach

We review applications as they come in and move quickly to interview great candidates, so we encourage you to apply early. While we include an indicative closing date, roles may close sooner if we find the right person. Applications received later in the process may not progress. If you’re unsuccessful and would value feedback, please feel welcome to reach out to our Talent team.