03 Oct
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Rgit Australia
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Melbourne
03 Oct
Rgit Australia
Melbourne
Tagalog Speaking - Disability Support Worker
At Leora Healthcare, our Support Workers bring light into people's everyday lives by supporting dignity, independence and choice.
We are seeking a
calm, reliable and experienced Tagalog-speaking Disability Support Worker
to provide high-quality, person-centred support to a client living in
Brookfield, VIC
The successful candidate must be confident driving and have their own reliable vehicle, as the role involves transporting the client to appointments, activities and community outings.
About the Role
As a Disability Support Worker, you will provide respectful and consistent support tailored to the client's individual needs, preferences and support plan.
Your responsibilities may include:
Communicating with the client in
Tagalog
to support clear communication and build a comfortable, trusting relationship
Supporting a client with an
intellectual disability
, including providing gentle prompts and guidance with day-to-day tasks and routines
Providing
Domestic Assistance (DA)
, including light household cleaning, laundry and maintaining a safe and tidy home environment
Providing
Community Participation (CP)
and companionship, such as going to the park, having a coffee and participating in other community-based activities
Preparing nutritious meals based on the client's preferences and needs
Encouraging independence and supporting the client to complete everyday activities at their own pace
Providing calm, patient and respectful support with a focus on strong interpersonal and communication skills
Building a positive and consistent relationship while promoting the client's choice, dignity and independence
Maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality at all times
About You
You are a compassionate and dependable Support Worker who:
Speaks Tagalog confidently
Is calm, patient and respectful
Experience is Intellectual Disability is highly desirable
Enjoys providing companionship and social support
Is confident driving and transporting a client
Can prepare straightforward, nutritious meals
Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
Can follow support plans, routines and instructions accurately
Is comfortable working independently in a client's home and community
Is reliable and committed to providing consistent support
Respects individual choice, privacy, dignity and independence
Has a genuine passion for making a positive difference in someone's everyday life
To be considered for this position, you must have:
A valid Australian Driver's Licence
Your own reliable vehicle suitable for transporting the client
NDIS Worker Screening Check
First Aid and CPR Certificate
Certificate III or IV in Disability, Individual Support, Aged Care or a relevant qualification ( preferred)
Why Join Leora Healthcare?
When you join Leora Healthcare, you'll become part of a team that values the important work Support Workers do every day.
We offer:
Above-award pay rates
Penalty rates where applicable
Ongoing training and professional development
Support from experienced care and leadership teams
Recognition and appreciation for your contribution
Employee wellbeing initiatives and benefits
Opportunities to grow within the organisation
A supportive and respectful working environment
Our Commitment
At Leora Healthcare, we are committed to providing high-quality, person-centred support that enables our clients to live with dignity, independence and choice.
We are looking for someone who shares this commitment and understands that excellent support is about more than completing tasks—it is about building trust, creating meaningful connections and helping clients live the life they choose.
Acknowledgement of Country
Leora acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living today.
Company Overview
Leora Healthcare is a trusted provider of disability and aged care services, along with an innovative mental health and wellbeing platform for businesses. We were founded in **** as Afea Care Services by our Founder and Co-CEO Esha Oberoi. As she scaled Afea as a disability and aged care service, she saw the challenges her staff and clients faced in accessing timely mental health support. To address this urgent need, she founded and launched Leora AI, an AI-driven platform and mental health service. In ****, Afea Care Services and Leora AI united under one iconic brand, Leora Healthcare, aligning with our long‐term vision to provide innovative and holistic healthcare services. Leora means light and is a symbol of illumination, clarity and enlightenment. As Leora Healthcare, we continue the important work of providing life‐changing care and support.
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📌 Tagalog Speaking - Disability Support Worker (Melbourne)
🏢 Rgit Australia
📍 Melbourne