WE'RE HIRING – DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKERS

Hygieia Care | Perth, Western Australia

Hygieia Care is currently recruiting reliable, experienced and compassionate Disability Support Workers for several community-based support opportunities across Perth.

We are looking for workers who are genuinely passionate about supporting people with disabilities, have excellent communication skills and can build meaningful, trusting relationships with participants.

1. Ashby – Community Participation Support

Monday & Friday | 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM | 4 hours per shift We are seeking a male or female support worker to assist a participant with community participation and meaningful activities.

Participant Preferences & Worker Suitability The participant has specifically expressed a preference for an Australian support worker, male or female, who speaks clear, fluent English.

This is the participant's stated personal preference, reflecting his comfort and choice in who provides his supports. Worker compatibility, communication and the ability to establish a trusting relationship are particularly important.

In line with NDIS principles of choice and control, the participant's individual preferences, comfort and compatibility are important considerations when matching a suitable support worker. These preferences have been expressed by the participant to support a positive and trusting working relationship.

Ideal candidate:

- Experience supporting individuals with psychosocial disabilities and mental health conditions.
- Calm, patient, respectful and approachable.
- Strong conversational and rapport-building skills.
- Ability to encourage community participation and meaningful activities.
- Understanding of personal boundaries, independence and participant choice.
- Reliable and available for both scheduled days.

1. Midland – Disability Support Worker





6 hours per day | Days and times to be arranged We are seeking a reliable and experienced female support worker to provide ongoing individualised supports.

Ideal candidate:

- Excellent communication skills with clear, fluent English.
- Experience in disability support and assisting participants with daily living activities.
- Proactive, attentive and able to take initiative.
- Compassionate, patient and confident working independently.
- Strong understanding of person-centred care and professional boundaries.
- Reliable and committed to providing consistent, high-quality support.

1. Scarborough – Community Support

3–4 hours per shift | Multiple days per week We are seeking an experienced female support worker with excellent interpersonal skills and experience supporting participants with complex behaviours.

Ideal candidate:

- Excellent communication and active listening skills.
- Friendly, engaging and approachable personality.
- Strong rapport-building skills and emotional intelligence.
- Experience supporting participants with complex behaviours and psychosocial disabilities.
- Ability to encourage community participation and meaningful engagement.
- Patient, understanding and able to adapt to individual support needs.
- Confident in building trust and maintaining positive professional relationships.

Applicants interested in supporting participants across both Midland and Scarborough are particularly encouraged to apply,



with the potential for consistent shifts across both locations.

1. Community Support – Nuer-Speaking Support Worker Preferred

Location & Schedule: To be confirmed We are looking for a consistent, reliable and culturally responsive Disability Support Worker to support a participant with an acquired brain injury (ABI) and complex support needs.

Ideal candidate:

- Nuer-speaking ability highly desirable.
- South Sudanese cultural background or strong cultural understanding highly regarded.
- Experience supporting individuals with acquired or traumatic brain injuries and complex needs.
- Excellent communication, patience and rapport-building skills.
- Ability to assist with community access, banking, Centrelink, appointments and connecting with services.
- Experience in capacity building, developing independent living skills and establishing meaningful routines.
- Willingness to take a gradual, person-centred approach to building trust and engagement.

Essential Requirements
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- National Police Clearance.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
- Valid driver's licence and access to a reliable, insured vehicle.
- Previous experience in disability or community support.
- Solid communication and documentation skills.
- Professional, reliable and person-centred approach.

Interested in Joining Hygieia Care? We would love to hear from you!

Please send through your CV, relevant experience, current suburb, availability and the location(s) you are interested in supporting.

Hygieia Care

Supporting Independence, Choice and Quality of Life

Pay: $34.00 – $41.00 per hour

Education

- Certificate I - IV (Required)

Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)

Location:
- Perth WA (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Disability Support Worker (Perth)
🏢 Hygieia Care
📍 Perth