Care Provisions Australia is seeking a compassionate and reliable Disability Support Worker to provide person-centred support to a participant living with a neurodegenerative condition.
Experience supporting participants with Huntington’s disease or other neurodegenerative conditions is highly desirable.
About the Role
We are looking for a Support Worker who is patient, attentive and confident supporting a participant with changing and complex support needs.
Regular work is available 5 days per week during school terms.
Shift: Approximately 3 hours per day, commencing around 1:30 PM during school terms.
The role may involve:
- Providing protected, respectful and person-centred support
- Assisting with daily living and personal support needs
- Supporting community access and meaningful activities
- Following individual support plans and established routines
- Observing and responding appropriately to changes in the participant's needs
- Completing accurate progress notes and required documentation
- Communicating effectively with the participant, family and care team
About You
We are particularly interested in applicants who have:
- Previous disability support experience
- Experience supporting someone with Huntington’s disease or another neurodegenerative illness – highly desirable
- An understanding of progressive neurological conditions and complex support needs
- A calm, patient and compassionate approach
- Strong communication and observation skills
- Reliability and availability for regular weekday shifts during school terms
- Ability to follow support plans, procedures and professional boundaries
Essential Requirements
Qualifications
- NDIS orientation module or willing to complete
- Working with Children check
- NDIS worker screening check
- Police check
- Cert 3 or 4 in Disability support or equivalent Ideal and preferred
- Drivers license and your own reliable and vehicle. Car insurance is mandatory
- Current First Aid & CPR Certificate.
All applicants must have relevant visa and working rights in Australia
COVID-19 considerations:
Care Provisions complies with health directives from the department of health and provide PPE accordingly.
Work Location : Melton VIC 3337
Job Types: Part-time, Casual
Pay: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour
Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Required)
- Working with Children Check (Required)
- National Police Certificate (Required)
- Driver Licence (Required)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person
📌 Support Worker (Melton)
🏢 Care Provisions Australia
📍 Melton
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