Disability Support Worker (Casual) (Rye)

**Job summary**

BJ Disability and Support Services looking for experienced, reliable, and empathetic Support Workers (Eastern suburbs of Melbourne and surrounding areas) who want to make a difference by supporting our participants in achieving their goals and living their best life.

**The role may involve**:

- Assistance with community access and recreational activities
- Personal care (showering, toileting, and personal hygiene assistance)
- Manual handling and/or the use of equipment to support mobility (wheelchairs or hoists)
- Transportation and social engagement
- Light domestic duties such as meal preparation and cleaning
- Behavioural and Mental Health Support

**Essential criteria**
- Minimum Certificate III Aged Care and/or Certificate in Disability
- Hands on experience in manual handling
- An understanding of the disability/community services sector and person-centred support
- Transferable life/work skills along with a caring and compassionate approach
- A valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- The legal right to work in Australia
- Excellent communication skills
- A genuine interest in the wellbeing & inclusion of people with disabilities
- Current Working with Children check.
- Sound computer skills.

**Desirable**

**Job Types**: Part time, Casual

Pay: $35.00
- $60.00 per hour

Supplementary Pay:

- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- Working with Children Check (preferred)
- National Police Certificate (preferred)
- Driver Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 10/01/2025 Expected Start Date: 13/01/2025 Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3pugdj