Permanent Full-Time Disability Support Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice (up to $15,900 per y.

Purchased Leave Scheme (up to four)

Employee Assistance Program

Access to retailer discounts

Orientation and career development

Job summary

Scope Vic in Warrnambool is looking for an Advanced Disability Support Worker (DDSO2A) with an Advanced Diploma to support people with complex disabilities. This permanent full-time role involves working a 73 and 79 hour fortnight, providing warm, respectful, person-centred support, and following behaviour support and safety procedures.

You will assist with daily living, health routines and community access, maintain clear documentation, and communicate with the team.

Qualifications

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

Empathy

Communication

De-escalation

Independence

Dignity & respect

Education

Advanced Diploma in Disability/Community Sector Management

Tools

First Aid & CPR Certificate

Job description

Scope Vic in Warrnambool is looking for an Advanced Disability Support Worker (DDSO2A) with an Advanced Diploma to support people with complex disabilities. This permanent full-time role involves working a 73 and 79 hour fortnight, providing warm, respectful, person-centred support, and following behaviour support and safety procedures.

You will assist with daily living, health routines and community access, maintain clear documentation, and communicate with the team.