Experienced Female Support Worker Wanted – Join Our Caring Team!
Location: Bayswater and Surrounds
Are you a compassionate and experienced Support Worker looking to make a real difference in someone’s life?
We are currently seeking a female support worker to assist a participant living with Cerebral Palsy, Intellectual Disability, and Schizophrenia. This is a deeply rewarding opportunity for someone with strong interpersonal skills, a calm and supportive approach, and experience working with complex needs.
About the Role:
You will be providing one-on-one support in a person-centred and trauma-informed manner. Key responsibilities include:
- Emotional support and companionship
- Support with behaviours of concern using positive behaviour strategies
- Personal care assistance (e.g. hygiene, grooming, dressing)
- Assisting with daily routines and promoting independence
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Prior experience supporting individuals with complex disabilities and mental health conditions
- Strong understanding of behaviour support practices
- Excellent communication and emotional regulation skills
- A patient, empathetic and respectful approach
- Ability to work independently and as part of a wider care team
Requirements:
- Minimum 12 months experience in the disability or mental health sector
- Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Current First Aid & CPR
- Up-to-date Manual Handling and Infection Control training (or willing to obtain)
- Australian Full Driver’s Licence and reliable transport
If you're passionate about supporting others and thrive in a role that requires compassion, resilience and skill – we want to hear from you!
Apply now or send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $33.00 – $40.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Public holidays
- Rotating roster
- Weekend availability
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
