06 Aug
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MyPeople Disability and Support
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Victoria
06 Aug
MyPeople Disability and Support
Victoria
MyPeople Disability and Support – Hallett Cove SA
Disability Support Worker required in Hallett Cove SA ****
At MyPeople Disability & Support, we are committed to providing comprehensive, person-centered disability support services across Australia.
As an NDIS provider, our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives by offering tailored support that respects their unique needs and aspirations.
We believe in the power of personalized care and are dedicated to fostering independence, inclusion, and a brighter future for every individual we serve.
Our team is professionally trained and safety screened to national standards, ensuring the highest quality of care.
MyPeople Disability and Support is a NDIS Service Provider with offices based in Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, Perth, Darwin, Hobart, Canberra, and Brisbane.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an expanding, vibrant, and supportive team to support NDIS participants to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives.
Your primary responsibility will be to support our participants to have the choice, control, and independence to live their best life.
We are currently seeking experienced support workers across metropolitan Melbourne.
About the role:
At MyPeople Disability and Support, we are seeking an experienced and compassionate Disability Support Worker to provide high-quality, person-centred support to adults living with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, and other complex support needs.
The successful applicant will have previous experience supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, neurological conditions, reduced mobility, and behaviours of concern.
You will understand the importance of promoting independence, respecting each participant's individual preferences, and adapting your approach to meet their physical, emotional, communication, and support needs.
This role involves assisting participants with community access, transport to appointments and activities, social participation, and the development of independent living skills, while ensuring their safety, dignity, and wellbeing at all times.
You will be responsible for providing safe and reliable transport, supporting participants to engage in their local community, and delivering person-centred supports that align with their individual goals.
The ideal candidate will be compassionate, reliable, and able to respond calmly and professionally to a range of support needs while delivering high-quality, evidence-based, and person-centred care.
We are looking for someone who is confident in:
Supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, neurological conditions, and other complex support needs.
Assisting participants with community access, social participation, appointments, shopping, and recreational activities.
Providing safe and reliable transport while ensuring participants are supported to enter and exit vehicles safely and comfortably.
Encouraging independence, choice, and capacity building while respecting each participant's individual goals and preferences.
Building meaningful and skilled relationships with participants, their families, guardians, and the broader multidisciplinary support team.
Assisting participants with daily living activities and implementing person-centred supports in accordance with their individual support plans.
Promoting participants' dignity, inclusion, safety, and wellbeing at all times.
Communicating effectively with participants, families, Support Coordinators, Allied Health professionals, and MyPeople Disability and Support staff.
Providing support in a respectful, professional, reliable, and participant-centred manner.
Previous experience supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, neurological conditions, reduced mobility, or other complex support needs is highly desirable.
We are seeking someone who is reliable, proactive, compassionate,
and genuinely passionate about empowering participants to achieve their goals, increase their independence, and actively participate within their community.
Job description
At MyPeople Disability & Support, we are committed to providing comprehensive, person-centered disability support services across Australia.
As an NDIS provider, our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives by offering tailored support that respects their unique needs and aspirations.
We believe in the power of personalized care and are dedicated to fostering independence, inclusion, and a brighter future for every individual we serve.
Our team is professionally trained and safety screened to national standards, ensuring the highest quality of care.
MyPeople Disability and Support is a NDIS Service Provider with offices based in Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, Perth, Darwin, Hobart, Canberra, and Brisbane.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an expanding, vibrant, and supportive team to support NDIS participants to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives.
Your primary responsibility will be to support our participants to have the choice, control, and independence to live their best life.
We are currently seeking experienced support workers across metropolitan Melbourne.
About the role:
At MyPeople Disability and Support, we are seeking an experienced and compassionate Disability Support Worker to provide high-quality, person-centred support to adults living with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, and other complex support needs.
The successful applicant will have previous experience supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, neurological conditions, reduced mobility, and behaviours of concern.
You will understand the importance of promoting independence, respecting each participant's individual preferences, and adapting your approach to meet their physical, emotional, communication, and support needs.
This role involves assisting participants with community access, transport to appointments and activities, social participation, and the development of independent living skills, while ensuring their safety, dignity, and wellbeing at all times.
You will be responsible for providing safe and reliable transport, supporting participants to engage in their local community, and delivering person-centred supports that align with their individual goals.
The ideal candidate will be compassionate, reliable, and able to respond calmly and professionally to a range of support needs while delivering high-quality, evidence-based, and person-centred care.
We are looking for someone who is confident in:
Supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, neurological conditions, and other complex support needs.
Assisting participants with community access, social participation, appointments, shopping, and recreational activities.
Providing safe and reliable transport while ensuring participants are supported to enter and exit vehicles safely and comfortably.
Encouraging independence, choice, and capacity building while respecting each participant's individual goals and preferences.
Building meaningful and professional relationships with participants, their families, guardians, and the broader multidisciplinary support team.
Assisting participants with daily living activities and implementing person-centred supports in accordance with their individual support plans.
Promoting participants' dignity, inclusion, safety, and wellbeing at all times.
Communicating effectively with participants, families, Support Coordinators, Allied Health professionals, and MyPeople Disability and Support staff.
Providing support in a respectful, professional, reliable, and participant-centred manner.
Previous experience supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, neurological conditions, reduced mobility, or other complex support needs is highly desirable.
We are seeking someone who is reliable, proactive, compassionate, and genuinely passionate about empowering participants to achieve their goals, increase their independence, and actively participate within their community.
Why MyPeople Disability and Support is a Great Place to Work
At MyPeople Disability and Support, we pride ourselves on creating a positive, supportive, and rewarding workplace where our employees feel valued and empowered.
We are committed to investing in our team by providing ongoing support, professional development, and genuine opportunities for career progression.
What We Offer
Excellent hourly rates
Paid travel time and kilometre reimbursement between shifts
Ongoing casual and permanent part-time opportunities
Ongoing training and professional development
Internal career progression opportunities
A supportive, friendly and collaborative team environment
Meaningful work that makes a genuine difference in participants' lives
To Be Considered for This Opportunity, You Will Have
Previous experience supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, neurological conditions, or other complex support needs.
Experience providing community access supports, transport assistance, and encouraging participants to achieve their individual goals.
A strong understanding of person-centred practice, participant choice and control, and promoting independence.
The ability to build positive, professional relationships with participants, families, Support Coordinators, Allied Health professionals, and other members of the support team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt your approach to each participant's individual needs.
A compassionate, reliable, and proactive approach, with a genuine passion for empowering people with disabilities.
A minimum of 6 months' experience working within the disability, aged care, community services, or health sector.
A commitment to delivering safe, respectful, and high-quality supports while promoting dignity, inclusion, independence, and community participation.
Mandatory Requirements
A reliable vehicle and a current Australian Driver Licence.
Full Australian working rights.
A current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module.
Current First Aid and CPR Certificates.
Certificate IV in Disability, Individual Support, Community Services, or another relevant qualification (or currently studying).
A minimum of 6 months' experience in the disability or community services sector.
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
The ability to commence employment immediately.
Employer Questions
Do you have a current Australian Driver Licence?
Do you have access to a reliable vehicle for work purposes?
Do you hold a current NDIS Worker Screening Check?
Have you completed the NDIS Worker Orientation Module?
Do you hold current First Aid and CPR Certificates?
What relevant qualifications do you hold?
How many months or years of disability support experience do you have?
Do you have experience supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, or other complex support needs?
Are you comfortable providing community access and transport assistance as part of your role?
Are you legally entitled to work in Australia?
When would you be available to commence employment?
Please briefly describe why you believe you would be a great fit for MyPeople Disability and Support.
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📌 Disability Support Worker (Victoria)
🏢 MyPeople Disability and Support
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