Safe Star Supports is growing, and we're looking for caring, reliable and empathetic support workers to join our team across Perth and surrounding areas.
At Safe Star Supports, we’re committed to creating a protected and supportive environment where participants feel heard, respected and empowered to build confidence, strengthen their independence and work towards what matters most to them.
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting participants with daily living activities, including meal preparation, medication assistance, shopping and household tasks.
- Supporting participants to attend appointments and access social, recreational and community activities.
- Following individual support plans and using person-centred, recovery-oriented approaches.
- Building positive, trusting relationships with participants while supporting their individual goals, choices and independence.
- Communicating effectively with participants, families and the Safe Star Supports team.
- Maintaining accurate progress notes and promptly reporting incidents, concerns or changes in participants' wellbeing.
About You
- Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in disability support, mental health or a related community services field.
- Current driver's licence, reliable transport and comprehensive car insurance.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
- Current NDIS Worker Screening clearance.
- Ability to adapt your communication style to individual needs and preferences.
- A reliable, respectful and non-judgemental approach.
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- A genuine interest in supporting people to build confidence, independence and achieve their individual goals.
Experience with psychosocial disabilities, mental health, alcohol and other drug (AOD) support, supporting people living with schizophrenia or neurological conditions, and working with children is highly regarded. A creative mindset and an interest in activities such as music, art and poetry would also be desirable.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay rates in accordance with the SCHADS Award (Level 2.1).
- 12% superannuation paid on top of the hourly rate.
- Travel reimbursement of $1.05 per km when using your own vehicle for authorised work-related travel, in accordance with the SCHADS Award.
- Casual employment with flexible shifts based on participant needs.
- Opportunities for additional shifts as Safe Star Supports grows.
- Weekday and weekend shifts available.
- Daytime and evening supports as required.
- No sleepover or overnight shifts.
- Casual team get-togethers and opportunities to connect, including Christmas celebrations.
Email your resume to
[email protected], along with a little about yourself, your relevant experience and your availability. We’d love to hear from you!
Pay: $45.28 per hour
Application Question(s):
- What is your current availability for casual shifts, including the days and times you are generally available to work?
Education:
- Certificate I - IV (Preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Full Driver Licence (Preferred)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (Preferred)
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
📌 Disability Support Worker (Perth)
🏢 Safe Star Supports
📍 Perth