Support Worker: Empower Independence & Community Access

Aruma; City of Boroondara; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free living expenses up to $15,900

Meals and entertainment allowance up $

Health insurance

Gym memberships

Employee Assistance Program

BRAVE Awards

Job summary

Aruma is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist a participant in Balwyn, VIC. You will provide daily living support, personal care, and community participation for an individual who uses a wheelchair.

Ideal candidates have disability support experience, are skilled in hoist transfers, and communicate with empathy. The role offers consistent day shifts in a stable, values-driven organisation committed to independent living and community inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience in disability support settings.
• Proven ability to support wheelchair users.
• Confidence with hoist use.
• Strong communication and relationship skills.
• Person-centred approach and compassion.
• Reliable and professional in delivery of supports.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support aligned with the participant's goals and daily living needs.
• Deliver personal care with dignity and professionalism.
• Support community access, social connections and independence.
• Build meaningful relationships with the participant and support network.
• Complete accurate documentation and progress notes.
• Live BRAVE values in all interactions.

Skills

Disability support experience

Wheelchair support

Hoist operation

Communication skills

Relationship building

Reliability

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

Job description

Aruma is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist a participant in Balwyn, VIC. You will provide daily living support, personal care, and community participation for an individual who uses a wheelchair.

Ideal candidates have disability support experience, are skilled in hoist transfers, and communicate with empathy. The role offers consistent day shifts in a stable, values-driven organisation committed to independent living and community inclusion.