Disability Support Worker - Melbourne (Northern & Western Suburbs)

Melbourne, VIC
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago
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Are you looking for rewarding and consistent work that offers you an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of people with disabilities?At Hearth, we provide 1:1 support to NDIS participants across Melbourne. We match you based on your skillset, preferences, and interests, and give you an opportunity to meet your participant prior to working with them.Hearth is looking for support workers across Northern and Western suburbs, such as Coburg, Northcote, Thornbury, Heidelberg and the surrounding areas.Why work at Hearth?

We pay above award rates
Work close to home with flexible hours
We work around your availability, with shifts available at all times
You'll support the same people at the same times each week
Each person you support has a dedicated Relationship Manager
Training is tailored to the person you're supporting
Clear opportunities for career progression.

Our ideal candidate will have:

Professional or lived experience supporting someone with a disability
An understanding of the disability sector and person-centred support
Excellent communication skills, and a compassionate approach
Flexible availability & a long-term commitment to Hearth

The role may involve:

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

Essential criteria:

The legal right to work in Australia
A valid driver's license and a registered vehicle
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Two professional references

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!Please include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria when applying.If you do not yet hold an NDIS Check, commence the application process as soon as possible regardless of employment status. Your NDIS Clearance will be linked to yourself, not Hearth, and is transferable across all NDIS Providers.

Hearth Australia