We are seeking passionate Active Support Workers to join our casual team across our Heatherton day program. Working shifts Monday to Friday (8:45am–3:15pm), you will support Autistic adults in a community-based workplace, helping them build life skills, independence, social connection, and participation in everyday activities. You'll be part of a supportive team that delivers meaningful, strengths-based support in a positive and engaging setting.
Key responsibilities
Support Autistic participants to achieve personal goals
Facilitate activities that build independence, communication and daily living skills
Promote social engagement, wellbeing and community participation
Work collaboratively within a supportive, multidisciplinary team
Contribute to a safe, positive and inclusive setting
About you
Certificate III/IV in Disability, Community Services or Individual Support (completed or working towards – highly regarded)
Experience in day programs, supported accommodation or hospital settings (required)
Experience supporting adults with complex behaviours and support needs
Strong rapport-building and communication skills
Motivated,
resilient and willing to learn
Driver's licence (desirable)
NDIS Worker Screening Check & Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
Completion (or willingness to complete) of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module
About us Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia's largest autism-specific service providers and a leading not-for-profit. We partner with Autistic people of all ages and their families to deliver person-centred, evidence-informed supports that build independence, wellbeing and inclusion. At Aspect, we celebrate a different brilliant® — recognising and embracing the strengths, interests and aspirations of Autistic people.
Perks
From $43.23/hr + super (SCHADS Level 2, plus casual loading where applicable)
Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
Training, development and career pathways
Employee referral incentive program
Discounts on everyday purchases through BenyFitness Passport discounted gym membership
Employee Assistance Program
📌 Active Support Worker Heatherton
🏢 Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect)
📍 Heatherton
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