• Casual Disability Support Worker positions 
• $33 - 35 per hour + 25% casual loading + super + salary packaging
• Ararat location

We are currently seeking Disability Support Workers who are passionate about working in the Disability sector to work within our Community & Disability Direct Care services.  

About the role

VMCH Disability Services provides statewide, high-quality services aimed at supporting individuals to remain independent within the community.

Our Disability Support Workers (DSW) provide quality care and support to people with disabilities to create and live the lifestyle of their choosing while empowering them to have a voice and achieve their goals. As a DSW you will work within our Disability Direct Care (DDC) services which may include:

• Providing individual client service delivery including personal care services and support with manual handling
• Perform a range of domestic duties including cleaning, shopping and cooking
• Administration duties – reporting, documentation, and assist to develop, review and update care plans that are achievable and client focused

Successful candidates will be required to work a range of rostered shifts that may include mornings, afternoons, weekends, sleepovers and active nights and full day shifts depending on the setting they are working within. 

Skills & Experience

You will have demonstrated knowledge and / or experience working within disability or a similar care role (i.e. Aged Care, At-home Community Aged Care). This is a perfect opportunity for a student who has recently completed their studies within a Certificate III or IV in Individual Support / Disability or is currently completing their certificate. Furthermore, you will have;

• Strong communication skills – both verbal and written
• Basic level of computer and administration skills 
• Current Level 2 First Aid and CPR Certificate 
• Current valid Driver’s Licence, Car Insurance and Car Registration
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working with Children’s Check (WWCC)
• Relevant flu vaccination for 2022 and COVID-19 vaccination including 3rd booster

About us

Here at VMCH our services are as diverse as the people we support. As a for-purpose organisation, compassion, respect and inclusion aren’t just words to us, they guide us in everything we do. While we’ve been around for over a century, we’re always moving forward. We stay true to who we are by supporting people and families to live their best lives, providing a place to call home and spaces to learn and grow.

As an employee of VMCH you will be provided with ongoing professional development and career pathways, a positive & supportive workplace culture and excellent salary packaging benefits. Join the team making a difference to the lives of older Australians, people with disabilities, families and carers.

Don’t just take our word for it, take a look at what our staff are saying:

https://vmch.com.au/join-our-team/our-people/