Key Support Worker Disability Support Autism Experience required - Casual
Join Team Jake (Vic) Ltd – Where Every Day Makes a Difference
To apply for this position you must have extensive community access experience working with complex clients, this position is not negotiable on experiences required. We are seeking highly motivated candidates for a specialised area of support, working with vulnerable high intensity client.
Are you an experienced Disability Support Worker who enjoys creating meaningful days, building genuine relationships and helping someone achieve an amazing quality of life?
At
Team Jake (Vic) Ltd
, we provide a highly individualized
Service for One
, supporting one adult man to live his best life at home and in the community. We are seeking an exceptional Disability Support Worker to become part of our dedicated team within his personalized day program activities here in the Northern Suburbs.
This is
not
your typical disability support role.
Every day is different, filled with community participation, creativity, outdoor activities, learning opportunities and running a small micro business.
We are looking for someone who brings energy, ideas, patience and enthusiasm to every shift. Smiles and laughter make every day a great day!
Position
Disability Support Worker – Individualized Adult Day Program
Hours
Day Program Hours:
9:00 am – 5:00 pm - 2 shifts per week
Opportunity for additional hours by joining our residential support team, including
overnight sleepover shifts
. Opportunity for additional hours with weekend work when available (non adult day program hours - community access - fun in the sun time!)
About the Person You Will Support
You will be supporting an adult man who has:
Autism
Epilepsy
Complex support needs
Behaviors of Concern
He enjoys structure, routine, meaningful activities and spending time with people who are positive, calm, patient and genuinely enjoy his company.
What You'll Be Doing




Every day is planned around meaningful participation rather than simply filling time.
Activities may include:
Community access and social participation and building capacity to learn and be a valued community member building connections and making new friends
Walking and outdoor adventures
Ball games and physical activities
Cooking and baking
Arts, crafts and practical projects
Supporting a small micro business where products are created, marketed and sold
Encouraging independence and decision making
Supporting communication and engagement,
Providing personal care as required
Recording daily progress and observations
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
Has experience supporting adults in an Adult Day Program or Community Participation setting.
Has demonstrated experience supporting people with:
Autism
Epilepsy
Complex support needs
Behaviors of Concern
Understands Positive Behavior Support and can confidently implement Behavior Support Plans. (Training provided in our plan)
Has worked collaboratively with:
Occupational Therapists
Other Allied Health Professionals
Can build rapport and trust quickly with people who have limited verbal communication.
Understands sensory processing needs and adjusts their support accordingly.
Enjoys being active and getting out into the community. Can deliver safe community access for all.
Is creative and brings current ideas for meaningful activities.
Has excellent observation skills and can recognize subtle changes in behavior, mood and well being.
Is calm, patient, reliable and emotionally resilient.
Enjoys working as part of a close-knit professional team.




Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
NDIS Worker Orientation Module completed
Current Victorian Driver License
Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
Medication Administration competency
Experience supporting people with epilepsy (Midazolam experience highly regarded) Clear understanding of Epilepsy and Epilepsy management plans.
Manual handing certificate
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to write case notes and to document accurately using electronic systems (training provided in our system)
About You
You are someone who naturally connects with people. Can build rapport and trust quickly.
You have a positive outlook, enjoy having fun, and understand that genuine relationships are the foundation of great disability support.
You are not afraid to get involved in activities, laugh, kick a football, grow vegetables, cook lunch together, create products for a micro business or simply spend quality time supporting someone to achieve meaningful goals.
You understand that consistency, trust and respect are essential when supporting someone with complex needs.
Most importantly, you believe every person deserves opportunities to live a rich, meaningful and self-directed life.
Every moment has potential!
Why Join Team Jake (Vic) Ltd?
We are a small, values-driven organization where every team member is valued.
We offer:
A supportive and collaborative workplace
Ongoing training and professional development
Opportunities to work alongside experienced Allied Health professionals
A highly rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference
Opportunities to expand into residential, weekend and overnight support roles
Consistent rostered shifts, paid fortnightly
A team committed to excellence in person-centered support
If you're looking for a role where your experience, creativity and passion can truly change someone's life, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Key Support Worker Disability Support Autism Experience Required - Casual (Melbourne)
🏢 TEAM JAKE (VIC
📍 Melbourne