Male Disability Support Worker

Auslife Disability Care; Greater Dandenong; Hybrid; AUD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Auslife Disability Care in Australia seeks a compassionate Disability and Mental Health Support Worker to provide person-centred support to a young female client in her late teens with complex mental health needs in Dandenong and surrounding areas.

This role requires a patient, empathetic, and resilient individual who can collaborate with the support team to deliver daily living assistance, personal care, prompting, transportation, light household tasks, and companionship.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to provide person-centred support.
• Strong communication, empathy and patience.
• Ability to remain calm in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Personal Care: provide mild personal care while preserving dignity.
• Prompting and Encouragement: support daily routines and tasks.
• Transportation: drive client to appointments and activities.
• Household Duties: assist with light cleaning and tidying.
• Companionship: build trust and support emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Compassionate

Empathy

Patience

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Education

Certificate III in Disability Individualised Support

Job description

Job Title: Disability and Mental Health Support Worker - Male Support Workers ONLY

Location: Dandenong and surrounding areas ONLY

Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-Time/Casual (contractor ABN)

Salary: Competitive Hourly Rate (Based on qualifications and experience)

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated Disability and Mental Health Support Worker to join our team. In this rewarding role, you will provide person-centred support to a young female client in her late teens who is living with complex mental health needs.

Your primary responsibility will be to help create and maintain a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment that promotes her wellbeing, independence, and quality of life. You will build a trusting and respectful relationship while providing emotional support, assisting with daily living activities, encouraging community participation, and implementing individual support strategies in line with her care plan.

This position requires a patient, empathetic, and resilient individual who can respond calmly to challenging situations, maintain professional boundaries, and work collaboratively with the broader support team to deliver consistent, high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Personal Care: Provide mild personal care assistance as needed, ensuring the client’s comfort and dignity at all times.
• Prompting and Encouragement: Offer consistent prompting and emotional support to help the client manage daily routines and tasks.
• Transportation: Drive the client to appointments, activities, and other necessary outings, ensuring her safety and comfort during travel.
• Household Duties: Assist with light house cleaning tasks to maintain a tidy and organized living space.
• Companionship: Build a trusting relationship with the client, offering companionship and a listening ear to support her emotional well-being.

Requirements

• Qualifications: A Certificate III or IV in Disability, Mental Health, or Community Services is preferred, but not essential. Relevant experience will be considered.
• Experience: Previous experience working with individuals with mental health challenges is highly desirable.
• Driver's license: A valid driver's license is required, along with a reliable vehicle.
• Clearances: Current First Aid/CPR certification, Working with Children Check, and a National Police Check.
• Skills: Strong communication skills, empathy, patience, and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive Work Environment: We value our team and provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Rewarding Work: Make a meaningful difference in the life of a young person in need of support.
• Flexible Hours: We offer flexible working hours to accommodate your lifestyle.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of those with disabilities and mental health challenges, we encourage you to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual, Freelance

Pay: From $39.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 – 56 per week

Schedule

• 3 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• 10 hour shift
• Afternoon shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Public holidays
• Rotating roster
• Weekend availability

Licence/Certification

• First Aid Certification (Required)
• Working with Children Check (Required)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (Required)
• National Police Certificate (Required)
• Driver Licence (Required)
• Cert III in Disability Individualised Support