Support Worker

Wellways; Warragul; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,899

Meal & Entertainment allowance

Leave loading 17.5%

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Travel allowances

Job summary

Wellways in Warragul is seeking passionate Support Workers for casual opportunities to assist individuals under NDIS plans with daily living, transport, community participation, and life skills. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, with travel across East Gippsland and a driver’s licence required.

The role offers flexible casual hours, ongoing training, and career development opportunities, with a supportive, inclusive workplace and access to salary packaging and employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Certificate 3 or 4 in Mental Health, Disability, Aged Care or Home and Community Care (desirable).
• Right to Work in Australia.
• Current valid driver's licence and willingness to undertake travel for work.
• Current 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

• Support individuals to achieve personal goals under NDIS plans.
• Deliver a wide range of services including daily living, transport, and community participation.
• Assist with building everyday life and personal care as needed.
• Travel to various locations across East Gippsland to deliver services.

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III or IV in Mental Health/Disability/Aged Care/HACC

Right to Work in Australia

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 $46.70per hour (inclusive of casual loading) + applicable penalty rates + salary packaging up to $15,899

At Wellways, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute. We warmly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with lived experience of mental health challenges or disability, people from multicultural backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTIQA+. We recognise that diverse experiences and perspectives strengthen our workforce and the communities we support.

About the Opportunity

Wellways is looking for passionate Support Workers in Warragul (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 will need

• Certificate 3 or 4 in Mental Health, Disability, Aged Care or Home and Community Care (desirable)
• Right to Work in Australia
• Current valid driver's licence and willingness to undertake travel for work
• Current Motor VehicleInsurance
• Satisfactory National Police Check, Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to undertake
• NDIS Worker Orientation ModuleCertificate
• 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

For a confidential discussion about the role, we encourage you to contact Claire Graham (Team Leader) on 0422 613 ***

Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people.

Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.

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.

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.