Female Support Worker

A rewarding opportunity to join a not‑for‑profit Christian charity that provides integral support services to people living with disabilities. The Salt Foundation is looking for an experienced female support worker to support a mature female participant in South Yarra.

Responsibilities:

- Provide personal care, meal preparation and assistance with everyday household tasks.
- Support participation and meaningful engagement within the participant’s home and community environments.
- Assist with medication management and support behaviours of concern.
- Maintain accurate records and support the implementation of behaviour support plans.

Shift schedule (minimum 2 shifts per week):

- Monday to Friday: 10 am – 2 pm or 3 pm – 7 pm
- Saturday: 10 am – 3 pm

Ideal candidate

- Clear communicator, reliable, sensitive and compassionate.
- Professional approach with genuine passion for caring.

Qualifications & Experience

- Experience supporting participants with schizophrenia.




- Minimum two years’ experience working with complex care.
- Experience in providing personal care.
- Experience in medication management.
- Ability to de‑escalate and support behaviours of concern.
- Experience with behaviour support plans.
- Explicit and effective communication skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in record management.
- Reliable and committed.
- Positive and professional attitude.
- Relevant industry qualification.

Required Certifications & Checks

- NDIS Workers Screening Check.
- NDIS orientation module.
- Current Victorian Driver’s Licence.
- Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
- Victorian Working with Children Check.
- Access to a personal motor vehicle and comprehensive motor vehicle insurance.
- Australian working rights.

Permanent part‑time or casual options are available. Immediate start. Apply now.

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📌 Disability Support Worker - South Yarra (City of Stonnington)
🏢 The Salt Foundation
📍 City of Stonnington