Support Worker

Wellways Australia Limited; Bairnsdale; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 73,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,899

Meal and Entertainment allowance

17.5% leave loading

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wellways Australia Limited in Victoria is seeking compassionate casual Support Workers to assist individuals under NDIS plans with daily living, transport and social participation. You will travel across East Gippsland, requiring a valid driver’s licence and a willingness to travel, joining a supportive multi-disciplinary team.

We value reliability, empathy and resilience, with training and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Certificate 3 or 4 in Mental Health, Disability, Aged Care or Home and Community Care (desirable)
• Right to Work within Australia
• Current valid drive licence and willingness to undertake travel for work
• Current Motor Vehicle Insurance
• Satisfactory National Police Check, Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to undertake NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
• Physically capable to deliver personal care to participants

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living, transport, community and social participation under NDIS plans
• Drive to locations across East Gippsland to deliver support services
• Deliver personal care and help participants access education, work or health services

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Driving licence

Travel flexibility

NDIS knowledge

Education

Certificate 3/4 in Mental Health, Disability, Aged Care or Home and Community Care

Job description

Join a nationally recognised and growing provider of mental health and disability services Multiple casual opportunities with access to ongoing training and career development opportunities From $46.70 per hour (inclusive of casual loading) + applicable penalty rates + salary packaging up to $15.899 Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Opportunity

Wellways is looking for passionate Support Workers in Bairnsdale (and surrounding suburbs) to join our team! In this meaningful and varied role, you will support individuals to achieve their personal goals by delivering a wide range of services under their NDIS plans, as part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team. These services include assistance with daily living, transport, community and social participation, and building everyday life skills. Your days may involve outdoor activities, personal care, or helping someone access education, work, or health services. The role involves driving to various locations across East Gippsland to deliver support services, so a valid driver's licence and willingness to travel are essential. Flexibility in availability will also be highly regarded.

About You

You’re a compassionate, reliable, and resilient individual who wants to make a real difference in the lives of others. You approach each day with empathy, professionalism, and a positive attitude. Whether you’re working independently or as part of a close-knit team, you stay calm under pressure and adapt easily to changing situations. You're proactive, take initiative when needed, and follow direction with care and consistency. If you’re ready to put your skills and heart into a role that truly matters - we’d love to welcome you to the Wellways team.

You’ll need:

• Certificate 3 or 4 in Mental Health, Disability, Aged Care or Home and Community Care (desirable)
• Right to Work within Australia
• Current valid drive licence and willingness to undertake travel for work
• Current Motor Vehicle Insurance
• Satisfactory National Police Check, Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to undertake NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
• Physically capable to deliver personal care to participants

About Us

Wellways connects people, strengthens families, and transforms communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing. A leading for purpose mental health and disability support organisation operating nationally, our services span mental health, disability and community care and reach more than 7000 people each year! Working with a diverse range of people, Wellways creates an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.

What we offer

• A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued
• An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment
• Salary packaging up to $15,899 enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing
• Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum
• Receive 17.5% leave loading every time you take annual leave
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program

Culture

We’re passionate about our work, which is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding. All of our teams work to ensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments, diagnosis or labels. We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ and First Nations communities.

Reconciliation | Wellways Job Description Summary

Support individuals with daily tasks, transport, and life skills under NDIS plans in a meaningful, flexible role with a focus on empathy and professionalism.

Applications Close 27/09/2026

Wellways is a leading not-for-profit mental health and disability support organisation operating in Queensland, New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria and Tasmania. Our services span mental health, disability and community care and reach more than 7000 people each year. Our 2000 staff work to create an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We connect people, strengthen families and transform communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing.

Our Practice Principles guide how we work and interact with participants and partners, with our colleagues and within our communities. To see our Practice Principles poster visit https://media.wellways.org/inline-files/ww383_Practice_Principles.pdf

Wellways Australia Limited is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for roles within Wellways must undergo a screening process prior to their successful appointment.