Casual/Employment NDIS Support Worker in Melbourne

Hope&Ability; provides psychology, positive behaviour support and disability support services. We support participants to build independence, develop relationships and take part in activities that matter to them.

We are looking for reliable, caring support workers to join our team. This role involves individual support and group activities, including our Saturday day program.

About the role

You will work with children, young people and adults with disability, providing practical support based on each participant’s goals, preferences and support needs.

Your responsibilities may include:

Supporting participants at home and in the community.

Assisting with daily routines, independent living skills and personal care where required.

Supporting social activities, outings, cooking, recreation and group programs.

Providing transport where required and agreed.

Following support plans and behaviour support strategies within your training and role.

Recognising signs of distress and responding calmly and respectfully.

Completing accurate progress notes and reporting incidents or concerns promptly.

Working collaboratively with participants, families and the wider support team.

Respecting participants’ choices, privacy, culture and dignity.

About you

You are patient, dependable and comfortable adapting your approach to different communication and support needs.



You understand that positive support means listening to the person, respecting their choices and helping them do more for themselves.

Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Valid Working with Children Check for work involving children.

Current First Aid and CPR certificates.

Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module, or willingness to complete it before commencing.

Australian driver’s licence and reliable transport.

Appropriate vehicle insurance if using your own vehicle to transport participants.

Clear communication skills and the ability to complete written records.

Willingness to attend induction and participant-specific training.

Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability, Community Services or a related field.

Experience supporting people with autism, intellectual disability or psychosocial disability.

Experience following positive behaviour support plans.

Experience working with children, young people or group programs.

Availability on Saturdays and Sundays.

What we offer

Casual shifts based on participant needs and your availability.

Induction and training relevant to your role.

Opportunities to work across individual supports and group programs.

Work that contributes directly to participants’ independence and community participation.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. If you need an adjustment during the recruitment process, please let us know.

📌 Casual/Employment NDIS Support Worker in Melbourne
🏢 Hope&Ability
📍 Melbourne