Female Disability Support Worker - OPEN TO CAREER SHIFTERS

Uconnex Community Services is seeking experienced Female Disability Support Workers to join our team in the Bendigo region.

This is a casual position providing 24/7 disability support, including active overnight shifts. We are looking to build a consistent and reliable all-female team to provide high-quality, person-centred support.

Important: In line with the participant's and family's request, this position requires female support workers to provide personal care and ongoing support.

What you'll be doing

- Assist with personal care and daily living activities, including showering, dressing and meal preparation.
- Provide mobility assistance, including wheelchair assistance and safe transfers.
- Follow manual handling procedures and falls prevention strategies.
- Provide emotional support and encouragement while promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.
- Provide active overnight support and attend to the participant's needs throughout the night.
- Assist with medication support in accordance with individual support plans and your training.
- Assist with household tasks and maintain a safe, clean and organised living workplace.
- Maintain accurate progress notes and incident reports.
- Follow individual support plans and work collaboratively with the Case Manager, Service Coordinator and other team members.

What we're looking for

- Female Disability Support Workers.




- Previous experience in disability support or a related care environment.
- Experience with personal care, wheelchair assistance and mobility support.
- Knowledge of manual handling and falls prevention.
- Ability to provide active overnight support.
- Strong communication skills, patience and a compassionate approach.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a consistent support team.
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- Current Working With Children Check (WWCC).
- Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
- Medication competency.
- Valid driver's licence and reliable transport.

Shift Availability

- Morning shifts
- Afternoon shifts
- Active overnight shifts

Availability across rotating shifts is highly desirable. We are looking for reliable staff who can commit to consistent weekly availability.

What we offer

- Competitive casual hourly rates in accordance with the SCHADS Award.
- Paid training and onsite orientation.
- Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
- Support from an experienced management and clinical team.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone's life.

About us

Uconnex Community Services is a disability support provider committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. We empower individuals to live independently, achieve their personal goals and participate in their communities.

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📌 Female Disability Support Worker - OPEN TO CAREER SHIFTERS (Greater Bendigo City)
🏢 Uconnex Community Services
📍 Greater Bendigo City