Flexible Disability Support Worker – Autism & ID

The Disability Company (VIC); Melbourne; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Free training and upskilling

Further employment opportunities

Healthy work-life balance

Supportive team culture

Job summary

The Disability Company (VIC) is hiring Disability Support Workers to provide 1:1 support to clients across Brighton VIC and surrounding suburbs. Roles include assisting with personal care, daily living tasks, meal prep, and facilitating community participation using AAC and non-verbal communication methods.

Ideal candidates have experience in care, strong communication, and a genuine commitment to supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disability, and related needs.

Qualifications

• NDIS VIC Worker Screening required.
• CPR & First Aid Certificates required.
• Working With Children’s Check required.
• Driver’s license and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support with personal care and daily living activities.
• Assist with meal preparation and community participation.
• Support communication using AAC/non-verbal methods.
• Assist with transportation and community access.
• Record and report on client progress and observations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Documentation and reporting

Advocacy for clients

Flexibility

Organising daily tasks

Reliability

Experience in care sector

Behaviours of concern

Disability support

Medication support training

Mental health first aid (nice to have)

Job description

Disability Support Worker - Southeastern (Middle) Suburb · Casual

The Disability Company (VIC) – Brighton VIC

Multiple opportunities available across Rowville, Brighton East and Mentone

About the Client

We are seeking a Support Worker to provide 1:1 support to a male client living with Autism and Intellectual Disability, with non-verbal communication needs and behaviours of concern.

The successful Support Worker will be comfortable supporting a client who communicates primarily through non-verbal methods and will be willing to learn and use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), such as communication apps, visual supports and gestures.

Shift Available:

Tuesday | Primary Support Worker

Standard shift: 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Flexible start between 11:00am and 2:00pm, with the shift finishing by 4:00pm

Approximately 2 hours

Support includes providing 1:1 support with personal care, daily living activities, meal preparation, communication using AAC/non-verbal methods, and safe participation at home and in the community.

Experience supporting clients with behaviours of concern is highly regarded.

About the Client

We are seeking a Support Worker to support a client living with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disability and OCD.

The client enjoys community activities and would benefit from a Support Worker who is friendly, engaging and comfortable supporting community participation

Shifts Available:

Monday – Wednesday 3:00pm – 5:00pm | Secondary Support Worker

Thursday & Friday 7:00am – 9:00am & 3:00pm – 5:00pm | Secondary Support Worker

Support includes community access, companionship, supporting community participation and social participation

We also have opportunities available within a Supported Independent Living (SIL) environment in Brighton East.

Shifts may include:

Monday – Sunday: 6:00pm – 10:00am

Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 6:00pm

Secondary Support Worker

Previous experience working in a SIL environment or supporting clients with disability is highly regarded.

About the Client

We are seeking a Support Worker to support an adult male client living with a mild Intellectual Disability.

The ideal Support Worker will have good English communication skills and be confident supporting the client with everyday activities both at home and in the community.

Shifts Available:

Monday & Wednesday 11:30am – 5:30pm | Secondary Support Worker

Support includes light domestic duties, such as vacuuming, meal planning, companionship, and support with community activities.

About the Role

We are looking for Disability Support Workers to provide a variety of supports to people with a disability. You will aid with all aspects of daily living including personal care, domestic care, social and community participation, and transportation.

Our clients are looking for an engaging, fun and bubbly Support Workers, who are great at providing encouragement, whilst working towards their NDIS Goals.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong documentation and reporting abilities

A positive, interactive attitude that encourages and uplifts clients

Initiative to advocate for clients and ensure quality care

Flexibility and adaptability in challenging situations

A knack for organising and actioning daily tasks

Reliability and the ability to work unsupervised

Prior experience in the care sector

Knowledge of supporting individuals with behaviours of concern

Personal or professional experience in disability support

Medication support experience (or willingness to train)

Mental health first aid experience is ideal but not required

Why Join Us?

We offer:

Flexible hours to suit your schedule

Free training and upskilling opportunities

Further employment opportunities

A healthy work-life balance

Supportive team culture

Requirements

To be considered, you’ll need:

A current or willingness to obtain:

NDIS VIC Worker Screening.

CPR & First Aid Certificates.

Working With Children’s Check.

A driver’s license and access to your own vehicle.

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If you’re ready to bring joy and make a meaningful difference in someone’s life, we’d love to hear from you!

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