Support Worker (Mental Health & Personal Care) – South East Melbourne

Casual / Part-time | $37–$53 per hour | Flexible shifts

Salelane Healthcare is growing, and we’re looking for compassionate Support Workers who have experience in mental health support and/or personal care to join our West-Melbourne team.

If you want work that genuinely matters — helping people live safer, more independent, and happier lives at home and in the community — we’d love to meet you.

Why you’ll love working with Salelane

- Great hourly rates: $37–$53/hr (based on experience & duties) + penalty rates
- Flexible work: morning, afternoon, evening shifts available
- Ongoing clients: steady schedules so you can build real connections
- Training & development: continuous industry training + support from a hands-on team
- Travel covered: mileage reimbursement
- Strong team culture: supportive, respectful, and passionate about quality care

Locations we currently need

We’re hiring across Melbourne’s West, including: Spotswood • Ardeer • Western suburbs

You’ll ideally live locally or be ready to travel to these areas.

What you’ll be doing

Your support will be tailored to each client. Duties may include:

- Personal Care Assistance (low & high care) (training provided if you’re newer to personal care)

- Mental health & emotional support in a person-centred way
- Community access & social outings (transport, shopping, recreation, appointments)





- In-home social activities & companionship
- Helping clients progress toward personal goals
- Light domestic support to keep the home protected and comfortable

You’re a great fit if you are…

- Kind, reliable, and genuinely enjoy helping people
- Person-centred and respectful of dignity, choice, and independence
- Confident working one-on-one in client homes
- Comfortable following care plans while using your initiative
- Able to commit to ongoing client schedules

Essential requirements (must-have)

- Driver’s licence + reliable vehicle
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- First Aid Certificate
- Working With Children Check
- Smartphone with internet access
- Availability for flexible hours (morning and/or night shifts)

- Experience providing personal care (male or female clients)

Desirable (nice-to-have)

- Certificate III or higher in Age Care / Individual Support (highly regarded, not essential)

Job details

Job Types: Casual, Part-time Pay: $37.00 – $53.00 per hour + penalty rates

Benefits: Professional development assistance, travel reimbursement

Work rights: Must have Australian work authorisation

Language: English preferred

Ready to apply?

Click Apply on Seek and send your CV. If you’d like a quick chat first, include a short note about your availability and suburbs you can cover.

Join Salelane Healthcare and be part of a team that helps people live well — every day.

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