Central Geelong, VIC | $45.00–$77.15 per hour | Weekend and overnight shifts

Looking for a rewarding support role where you can genuinely make a difference? We're looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Support Worker to join our small, friendly team in central Geelong.

You'll be supporting a wonderful young man with an intellectual disability who lives independently with assistance from his dedicated care team. This is a rewarding, hands-on role in a relaxed home environment, working alongside a supportive and collaborative group of carers.

About the role

Our client lives independently four to seven days per week with support from his care team and spends the remaining time with his family. He is nonverbal, active and enjoys outdoor activities and swimming. During the week, he attends the genU Adventure Program, Monday through Friday.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Meal preparation and cooking
- Supporting community access, outings and transportation
- Providing personal care, including showering and toileting
- Supporting a client who is dual incontinent
- Light household duties and laundry
- Completing daily handover notes and documentation
- Working collaboratively with the existing care team

Shifts and availability

We are currently seeking support workers with weekend availability, with occasional additional shifts available to cover leave.

Available shifts include:

- Weekend shifts:



3–8 hours on Saturdays and Sundays
- Weekday afternoon shifts: 3:00 pm–6:15 pm, to cover leave
- Occasional weekday overnight shifts: To cover leave

Availability requirements:

Applicants must be available for approximately 3 out of every 4 weekends. Applicants must also have availability across the Christmas/New Year period and summer holidays.

What we offer

- A welcoming, supportive and team-oriented team
- Flexible shifts
- Paid induction and training
- Opportunities for additional shifts to cover leave
- Competitive hourly rates

Pay rates:

- Monday–Friday: $45.00 per hour
- Saturday: $64.29 per hour
- Sunday: $77.15 per hour
- Overnight shifts: Above-award rates

About you

We're looking for someone compassionate, dependable, patient and genuinely passionate about making a positive difference. You'll be comfortable providing personal care, working independently and contributing positively to a small team.

Happy to cover approximately 3 out of 4 weekends

Availability across Christmas/New Year and the summer holidays

Current driver's licence

Reliable vehicle

Valid Working with Children Check

Current Police Check

Current First Aid and CPR certificates

Ability to work collaboratively within a small team

Previous disability support experience is highly regarded.

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