Support Worker - Disability & Community Living

Aruma; North Lismore; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Health Insurance

Recognition & Rewards

Job Satisfaction

Job summary

Aruma is hiring a dedicated Support Worker to assist people with disabilities, delivering personalised care and helping them achieve their goals. The role supports inclusive community participation and promotes independence within a BRAVE, values-driven organisation.

The successful candidate will join a team focused on dignity, respect and person-centred planning, leveraging collaboration with multi-disciplinary colleagues to create meaningful outcomes for clients.

Qualifications

• Passionate about human rights and creating positive change.
• Empathetic and compassionate, with a keen understanding of diverse experiences.
• Excellent communication skills to be the voice that resonates with others.
• Enthusiastic team player, eager to collaborate and inspire.
• Hold current or willingness to obtain relevant regulatory requirements (as per role and/or State).
• Experience in disability, aged care, or family/community services
• A current First Aid and CPR Certificate or willingness to obtain
• Valid Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle
• NDIS Worker Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including days, sleep overs, weekends & public holidays

Responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality support services to customers with disabilities.
• Assisting clients in their daily living activities, such as personal care, mobility, and skill development.
• Promoting community integration and supporting clients in accessing social and recreational activities.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualised support plans.
• Encouraging independence and empowering clients to achieve their personal goals.
• Advocating for the rights and needs of individuals with disabilities.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Team player

Regulatory compliance

Disability experience

First Aid & CPR willingness

Job description

Aruma is hiring a dedicated Support Worker to assist people with disabilities, delivering personalised care and helping them achieve their goals. The role supports inclusive community participation and promotes independence within a BRAVE, values-driven organisation.

The successful candidate will join a team focused on dignity, respect and person-centred planning, leveraging collaboration with multi-disciplinary colleagues to create meaningful outcomes for clients.