Disability Support Worker - Casual - North & North-West Melbourne
Disability Support Worker – CasualNorth & North-West Melbourne
Location: Broadmeadows & Northern SuburbsService Area: primarily Broadmeadows, Coolaroo, St Albans and Moonee Ponds
KoalaKare is currently seeking a reliable and experienced Disability Support Worker to join our support team for participants located across Melbourne's northern and north-western suburbs.
We currently have relief shifts available, with the opportunity to build a broader and more consistent roster by supporting other participants in the area.
We are looking for someone who is calm, patient, reliable and genuinely enjoys supporting people to live meaningful and independent lives.
The successful applicant will be confident working independently, building positive rapport with participants and providing consistent, person-centred support.
About the Role
This role will primarily involve supporting participants in Broadmeadows, Coolaroo, St Albans and Moonee Ponds, with the possibility of additional shifts in surrounding northern and north-western suburbs.
The ideal applicant will be based in or around the northern/north-western suburbs of Melbourne and be comfortable travelling between participant locations.
A valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle are essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting participants with community access and appointments
Providing companionship and engaging in shared activities
Supporting participants to maintain positive routines and engage in their local community
Light meal preparation and general household tidying




Encouraging independence and supporting participants to achieve their individual goals
Providing respectful, person-centred support
Maintaining explicit communication with the KoalaKare team
Completing accurate and timely shift notes and documentation
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
Experienced in disability support
Calm, patient and compassionate
Reliable, punctual and consistent
Confident working independently
Able to build positive and respectful relationships with participants
Comfortable travelling between different participant locations
Flexible and willing to accept relief shifts and opportunities to build additional hours
Committed to providing high-quality, person-centred support
Essential Requirements
Certificate III or IV in Disability Support, Individual Support or equivalent
Current First Aid and CPR certification
Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
Current Victorian Working with Children Check
Valid Australian driver's licence
Reliable vehicle
Comprehensive vehicle insurance
Very good written and verbal English communication skills
Previous experience working in disability support
Why Join KoalaKare?
Competitive hourly rate
Relief shifts with the opportunity to build a broader roster
Opportunity to develop consistent weekly hours with additional participants
Supportive and friendly team environment
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Person-centred approach to supporting participants
Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of the people we support
KoalaKare is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified individuals.
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📌 Disability Support Worker - Casual - North & North-West Melbourne (Victoria)
🏢 KoalaKare
📍 Victoria