Disability Support Worker - Melbourne VIC Region
Wise Healthcare is seeking compassionate and reliable Disability Support Workers to provide high-quality, person-centred care to individuals living with disabilities across various suburbs in the Melbourne region.
This role is crucial in assisting NDIS participants with daily living activities, promoting independence, and facilitating meaningful community engagement.
As a Disability Support Worker, you will be instrumental in helping participants achieve their NDIS goals, enhance their quality of life, and build confidence in their everyday activities.
As a Disability Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping participants achieve their NDIS goals, improve their quality of life, and build confidence in their daily activities.
Job Description
About the Role
We are looking for motivated Disability Support Workers to join our Disability Services team and provide direct support to NDIS participants in their homes and within the community.
The role involves delivering person-centred support tailored to each participant's individual needs, helping them develop independence, build life skills, and participate actively in community life.
Support Workers will work closely with participants, families, support coordinators, and allied health professionals to ensure consistent and high-quality care aligned with individual support plans.
Key Responsibilities
Participant Support
Provide person-centred support tailored to participant needs and goals
Assist participants with daily living activities including personal care and hygiene
Support participants in maintaining independence and dignity
Daily Living Assistance
Assist with meal preparation, household tasks, and daily routines
Provide mobility assistance where required
Support medication reminders where appropriate
Community Participation
Support participants to engage in community, recreational, and social activities




Assist participants in attending appointments and community events
Encourage social inclusion and confidence building
Life Skills Development
Support participants in developing life skills and independence
Encourage participation in education, employment, or community activities
Promote choice and control in decision-making
Documentation and Reporting
Maintain accurate progress notes and support records
Report changes in participant behaviour, wellbeing, or needs
Complete incident reports and documentation where required
Collaboration
Work collaboratively with families, carers, and healthcare professionals
Follow individual support plans and behaviour support strategies
Contribute to a supportive and professional team workplace
Requirements
Essential
NDIS Worker Screening Check
National Police Check
Working With Children Check (Employee)
First Aid and CPR Certification
Completion of NDIS Worker Orientation Module
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and within a team
Commitment to person-centred care and participant wellbeing
Desirable
Previous experience in disability support or community care
Certificate III or IV in Disability, Individual Support, Aged Care, or related qualification
Experience supporting participants with complex support needs
Training in manual handling or medication administration
Experience working within the NDIS sector
Compliance Requirements
National Police Check
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Work Entitlements
Candidates must have appropriate work entitlements to work in Australia.
Benefits
Supportive and inclusive team environment
Opportunity to work within the growing NDIS and disability services sector
Access to ongoing training and professional development
Flexible work opportunities depending on participant needs
Meaningful work supporting individuals to live independently and achieve their goals
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📌 Disability Support Worker - Melbourne Vic Region
🏢 Wise Healthcare
📍 Melbourne