Disability Support Worker

Momentum Community Connections; Tohatchi (NM); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Momentum Community Connections in Melbourne, VIC is seeking a Disability Support Worker to deliver support services aimed at enhancing living, social and recreational skills for people with a disability. Emphasis on community inclusion, independence and personal choice.

The role focuses on person-centred plans, assisting with household tasks, community participation, and empowering participants to reach their goals, while maintaining safety, respect and dignity.

Qualifications

• First Aid Certificate and CPR required (or willingness to obtain within six months).
• Certification in relevant field (e.g., Cert III/IV in health or disability support) preferred.
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module certification required.
• DWES and Working with Children checks required.
• Driver license and reliable insured vehicle are essential.
• Police Records Check and a mobile phone are required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver disability support services to enhance living, social and recreational skills.
• Support community inclusion, independence, decision making and personal choice.
• Assist with household tasks and encourage active participation in tasks.
• Empower participants to engage with the community and reach personal goals.

Education

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certification

Cert III or IV in Individual Support / Mental Health / Aged Care / Community Services / Disability Work

NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate

DWES Check

Working with Children Check - employment

Police Records Check

Driver’s License

Satisfactory Police Records Check

Smart phone

Job description

• Location: Western Suburbs of Melbourne, VIC
• Reports to: Allocations & Intake Officer

• Type of Employment: Casual
• Location: Western Suburbs of Melbourne, VIC
• Reports to: Allocations & Intake Officer
• Award Rates Apply! Penalty Rates Apply!

About Us

Momentum Community Connections exists to encourage participation, promote inclusiveness, and create community connections by providing a wide range of support services and programs to Victorians aged between the ages of 17 and 65 living with disability to lead an independent and happy life.

About The Position

The Disability Support Worker is responsible for delivering support services aimed at enhancing the living, social and recreational skills of people with a disability. Community inclusion, independence, decision making, and personal choice should be promoted through these supports, with a focus on individual needs.

Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Personal Support
  • Provide assistance with households as outlined in the participants plan and encourage them to participate in those tasks actively.
  • Provide assistance with community participation for our participants to reach their goals and objectives.
• Participant Empowerment
  • Provide support that will enable participants to actively engage in the community or in any daily personal activities of their own choice and interest
  • Create a safe, enjoyable and creative environment at all times
  • Maintain an environment which promotes participants decision making skills and contribute to their personal growth
  • Show empathy and respect for the dignity, rights, and care of all the participants
  • Actively always engage with participants
  • Administrative duties

WHAT DO YOU NEED?

• Location: Western Suburbs of Melbourne, VIC
• Reports to: Allocations & Intake Officer
• Type of Employment: Casual
• Location: Western Suburbs of Melbourne, VIC
• Reports to: Allocations & Intake Officer
• Award Rates Apply! Penalty Rates Apply!

Essential

• First Aid Certificate and CPR (or willing to obtain within six months)
• Cert III or IV Individual Support, Mental Health, Aged Care, Community Services, Disability Work or similar is preferred (or willing to obtain one)
• Minimum 6 months relevant industry experience
• Driver’s License
• Reliable and comprehensively insured vehicle
• Satisfactory Police Records Check
• Smart phone
• Disability Workers Exclusion Scheme (DWES) Check
• Working with Children Check-employment
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate: https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/workers/support-for-workers/training-course

Highly Desired

• Demonstrated Continuing Professional Development
• Experience supporting People with Disability
• Ability to work on a rotating roster may include sleepover shifts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build rapport and trust with participants
• Strong time management and ability to prioritise
• Ability to use IT programs
• Excellent problem solving and conflict management skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and maintain good working relationships