Disability Support Worker – Bendigo , Victoria
Your Care Co
At Your Care, we are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred supports that uphold the principles of the NDIS Code of Conduct, choice and control, dignity of risk, and individual rights. We believe participants should be at the centre of every decision regarding their care and support, with services tailored to their unique goals, preferences, and aspirations.
Your Care is currently seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to join our growing team in Bendigo and surrounding areas. We are looking for compassionate and dedicated individuals who are committed to empowering people to live independently, participate in their communities, and achieve the outcomes that matter most to them.
As a Support Worker with Your Care, you will play an important role in supporting participants to exercise choice and control over their lives while promoting independence, inclusion, and wellbeing. We value team members who build respectful, professional relationships and are committed to delivering safe, ethical, and person-centred supports.
We recognise that meaningful connections are an important part of quality support. Wherever possible, we aim to match support workers and participants based on shared interests, personalities, and goals to help foster positive and engaging support relationships. When you apply, we encourage you to tell us about your interests, hobbies, and strengths so we can identify opportunities where you can make the greatest impact in a participant's life.
What the Role Involves
As a Support Worker, you will assist participants to live independently in their home and achieve their goals while delivering high-quality, person-centred support. This may include:
- Personal care and daily living support
- Community access and social participation
- Supporting independence within the home
- Transporting participants to appointments, activities, and outings
- Supporting participants to build skills, confidence, and capacity
- Building meaningful and respectful relationships with participants and their families
- Promoting participant choice, dignity, and independence in all aspects of support
- Domestic assistance
No two days are the same, and every day provides an opportunity to make a positive difference in someone's life.
What We Are Looking For
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability, Aged Care, or equivalent lived experience)
- Experience working in disability and/or aged care/Mental health/Community sectors
- A strong understanding of person-centred practice and participant choice and control
- A genuine passion for supporting people to achieve their goals and live the life they choose
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliability, professionalism, and a positive attitude
- A current Driver's Licence
- A reliable and registered motor vehicle
- Comprehensive motor vehicle insurance
Professional Development
Your Care is committed to supporting the ongoing growth and development of our workforce. The disability and aged care sectors continue to evolve, and we are committed to ensuring our team members have access to training, education, and professional development opportunities that enhance their skills and knowledge.
We are seeking team members who are committed to continuous learning and maintaining best practice in the delivery of participant-centred supports.
Required Checks
You will also need to hold (or be willing to obtain):
- Current National Police Check
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working with Children Check
- Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
- Drivers Licence
- Reliable registered vehicle with comprehensive insurance
Why Join Your Care?
- Supportive and approachable leadership team
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives
- A workplace where your ideas and contributions are valued
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- A positive and collaborative team environment
We are building something special and are looking for people who share our commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so don't delay in applying.
Please note that applications will be retained by Your Care for a period of 12 months for consideration for future opportunities.
If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can support people to achieve their goals while being part of a supportive and progressive organisation, we would love to hear from you.
For any questions regarding the position, please contact [email protected].
Pay: $40.00 – $57.04 per hour
Work Location: On the road
