Lead Disability Support Specialist - Community Living

Scope; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to $47/h

Salary sacrifice

Purchased Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts & Cashback

Orientation & training

Career development

Job summary

Scope Aust is seeking an Advanced Disability Support Worker (DDSO2A) for a permanent full-time role based in Warrnambool, Victoria. You will provide warm, person-centred support, help with daily living, health routines and community access, and follow behaviour support strategies with calm communication.

The position requires an Advanced Diploma in Disability or Community Sector Management, current First Aid/CPR, NDIS Worker Screening, WWCC, and Australian working rights.

Qualifications

• Advanced Diploma in Disability/Community Sector Management or equivalent required.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check & Working with Children Check.
• Current Level 2 First Aid & CPR Certificate.
• Valid Australian working rights and international police check (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Provide warm, respectful, person-centred support that promotes dignity and independence.
• Follow behaviour support strategies, routines, and safety procedures consistently.
• Support participants with daily living, personal care, health routines, and community access.
• Use calm communication and effective de-escalation to manage behaviours of concern.
• Work confidently and independently while following structured support plans.
• Maintain clear documentation and communicate effectively with the wider team.
• Bring patience, reliability, and a calm, supportive approach to every shift.

Skills

Person-centred support

De-escalation

Clear communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Advanced Diploma in Disability/Community Sector Management

Job description

Scope Aust is seeking an Advanced Disability Support Worker (DDSO2A) for a permanent full-time role based in Warrnambool, Victoria. You will provide warm, person-centred support, help with daily living, health routines and community access, and follow behaviour support strategies with calm communication.

The position requires an Advanced Diploma in Disability or Community Sector Management, current First Aid/CPR, NDIS Worker Screening, WWCC, and Australian working rights.