We are seeking proactive, motivated, passionate and insightful disability support workers to join the separate support teams of two young adults living in the Bendigo area.
Both participants are neurodivergent and require workers with a strong understanding of autism, ADHD, psychosocial disability, anxiety, trauma and emotional regulation.
One participant also has an intellectual disability.
Relevant mental health qualifications, recognised mental health training or demonstrated experience supporting people with psychosocial disability are essential.
These are participant focused roles suited to workers who take genuine pride in their work, show appropriate initiative and are passionate about helping people build independence, confidence and meaningful lives.Key responsibilitiesResponsibilities may include:Supporting community access, appointments, shopping and meaningful activitiesAssisting with routines, planning, organisation and executive functioningSupporting emotional regulation during periods of anxiety, distress or overwhelmUsing trauma informed and neurodivergent affirming approachesRecognising changes in presentation, mood, functioning or support needsTaking appropriate initiative while respecting participant choice and autonomySupporting the development of independence, confidence and decision making skillsAssisting with daily living tasks and practical skill developmentSupporting social participation and communicationProviding transport to appointments and community activitiesEncouraging participants to work towards their individual goalsFollowing established support plans, risk management strategies and participant preferencesMaintaining appropriate professional boundariesCommunicating professionally with participants, families, support coordinators and other members of the support teamCompleting clear,



accurate and timely progress notes after each shiftReporting relevant concerns, incidents or changes in presentation through the appropriate channelsAbout the participantsThe positions involve supporting two separate young adults.
Both participants may experience anxiety, emotional distress, executive functioning difficulties and difficulty coping with unexpected changes.
They benefit from workers who are calm, predictable, patient and able to respond without becoming controlling, confrontational or dismissive.
Workers must respect participant choice, dignity, privacy and individual communication needs.
The ability to develop rapport gradually and create a sense of emotional safety is significant.
Further participant specific information will be provided to shortlisted applicants following appropriate consent and privacy processes.The right applicants will beProactive and able to show appropriate initiativeMotivated, dependable and committed to providing high quality supportGenuinely passionate about mental health, disability and participant outcomesInsightful and able to recognise subtle changes in mood, behaviour, communication or functioningCalm, patient and emotionally regulatedReliable, consistent and punctualTrauma informed and neurodivergent affirmingRespectful, non judgmental and participant focusedAble to think practically and respond appropriately to changing situationsComfortable supporting people experiencing anxiety,



distress or emotional dysregulationAble to provide practical support while encouraging independenceAble to follow instructions, support plans and agreed boundariesConfident communicating with families and multidisciplinary support teamsAble to maintain professional boundaries and confidentialityWilling to receive feedback and adapt their approach to individual participant needsCommitted to providing safe, respectful and consistent supportEssential requirementsRelevant mental health qualifications, recognised mental health training or demonstrated experience supporting people with psychosocial disabilityRelevant disability support qualifications or substantial practical experienceCurrent NDIS Worker Screening CheckCurrent First Aid and CPR certificatesCurrent Australian driver licenceAccess to a reliable, registered and comprehensively insured vehicleAbility to complete accurate progress notes and incident documentationStrong written and verbal communication skillsUnderstanding of participant choice, dignity of risk, privacy and professional boundariesRight to work in AustraliaHighly regarded experienceAutism and ADHDPsychosocial disabilityTrauma and complex traumaAnxiety and emotional dysregulationMild Intellectual disabilityExecutive functioning difficultiesCommunity access and capacity buildingIndependent living skill developmentPositive behaviour support approachesHours and availabilityA range of weekday and weekend shifts may be available.
Exact days, times and hours will be discussed with shortlisted applicants and matched according to participant needs, worker availability and compatibility.
Applicants may apply to support one participant or both participants.
Final selection will be subject to participant preference and a successful meet and greet.
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📌 Disability Support Worker (Victoria)
🏢 Rashi Joshi
📍 Victoria