Buddies Community Access Network – Ballarat VIC

Female Disability Support Worker – Casual | Immediate Start | Ballarat

Looking for more than just a job?

Join a tight‑knit, friendly team where people genuinely care - and where you can make a real difference every day.

Buddies C.A.N is a family‑owned, values‑driven registered NDIS provider supporting people with disabilities across Ballarat and surrounds. If you're someone who leads with heart, loves helping others, and thrives in a community‑focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us

Established in 2017, Buddies Community Access Network is built on one belief: real connections matter.

We don’t just roster people - we match them. That means pairing the right Buddie with the right participant to create meaningful, long‑term relationships.

We’re a supportive, down‑to‑earth team that puts people first - participants and staff alike.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Female Disability Support Worker to provide one‑on‑one support to a male participant living with dementia.

This role involves delivering person‑centred support that promotes the participant's independence, wellbeing, dignity, and quality of life. You will provide consistent, responsive care while building a trusting and supportive relationship with the participant and their support network.

You will support the participant with daily living activities, community access, emotional wellbeing, and maintaining routines that enhance their comfort and quality of life. A calm, patient, and person‑centred approach is essential.





This position is identified as a female‑only role in accordance with the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic) due to the participant's assessed support needs and preferences.

This is a hands‑on, rewarding, and meaningful opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of people living with dementia and complex support needs.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide person‑centred support with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, and attending appointments.
- Assist participants to access their community, maintain social connections, and engage in recreational activities.
- Safely transport participants to appointments, programs, community activities, and outings.
- Promote participants' emotional wellbeing, independence, and quality of life.
- Complete shift notes, incident reports, and other documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain compliance with NDIS requirements, organisational policies, procedures, and mandatory training.
- Build positive, respectful, and trusting relationships with participants and their support networks.
- Respond to changes in behaviour with empathy, professionalism, and a calm,



supportive approach.
- Support individuals living with dementia and/or cognitive impairments with confidence, patience, and understanding.
- Remain attentive, proactive, and responsive throughout active night shifts when required.

About You

You will be:

- Calm, patient, and reassuring in your approach.
- Emotionally mature and confident supporting people living with dementia.
- Experienced in managing changing behaviours with empathy and professionalism.
- Reliable, observant, and able to remain alert during active overnight shifts.
- Committed to providing consistent, high-quality support and building meaningful relationships with participants.

Previous experience supporting people living with dementia or cognitive impairments is highly regarded.

Must‑Haves

- Valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle
- Employee Working With Children Check
- Willingness to obtain an NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Smartphone

Preferable Skills

(Not essential — but excellent to have!)

- Experience supporting people with disabilities, mental health needs, or complex behaviours of concern
- Experience using hoists and other mobility and transfer aids
- Availability to work weekends, sleepovers, and active night shifts

Why Join Buddies C.A.N?

- Supportive, inclusive, family‑focused workplace
- Flexible work‑life balance
- EAP Assist - mental health and wellbeing support
- Penalty rates where applicable
- A role where you’re valued, appreciated, and genuinely making a difference

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📌 Female Disability Support Worker (Ballarat East)
🏢 Buddies Community Access Network
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