Location: Wellard / Kwinana / Rockingham
Work Type: Casual
Salary: $40.18 per hour + superannuation, depending on qualifications, experience and demonstrated skills. (Equivalent to $79,400 per annum for a full-time 38h week)
Seeking compassionate, reliable and experienced female Support Workers to join our team supporting a young person with additional support needs.
This is a casual position suited to support workers seeking flexible employment while becoming part of a small, consistent support team. Casual employees provide planned supports, additional shifts, and cover annual leave, personal leave and unforeseen staff absences to ensure continuity of care.
Shift Times
Monday to Friday
- Morning: 7:00 am – 9:00 am
- Afternoon: 2:00 pm – 4:30pm
Approximately 22.5 hours per week.
Flexible Position Structure
We understand not every applicant will be available for every shift.
Applications are welcome from candidates who are available for:
- Morning shifts only (7am – 9am)
- Afternoon shifts only (2pm – 4:30 pm)
- Both morning and afternoon shifts
- Selected weekdays only
The role may be filled by one permanent employee or split across several permanent part-time employees, depending on the availability of the successful applicants.
Wherever possible, the same support worker will complete both the morning and afternoon shift on the days they are rostered to promote consistency and build a positive therapeutic relationship with the participant.
About The Role
You will provide person-centred support including:
- Morning personal care and school preparation
- Breakfast support and daily living assistance
- School drop-off and pick-up (if required)
- Community participation, transport and social engagement
- Supporting emotional regulation using Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies
- Encouraging independence and life skills
- Completing accurate daily shift notes, progress notes and documentation
Essential Requirements
- Female applicants only (this is an identified position under the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth) due to the participant's personal care and privacy requirements)
- Experience supporting participants with psychosocial disability, mental health conditions, autism and/or complex behaviours
- Demonstrated experience supporting people with complex behaviours and implementing Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies
- Ability to implement Behaviour Support Plans and respond calmly to behaviours of concern
- Strong communication, rapport-building and de-escalation skills
- Certificate IV in Mental Health, Disability, Community Services or equivalent experience (highly desirable)
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working With Children Check (WA)
- Current National Police Clearance
- Current First Aid & CPR
- Current unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence
- Reliable, roadworthy and comprehensively insured vehicle
What We're Looking For
You are:
- Calm, patient and emotionally resilient
- Compassionate and non-judgemental
- Reliable, punctual and professional
- Able to work independently while following Behaviour Support Plans
- Passionate about helping young people achieve their goals
What We Offer
✔ Casual employment with flexible hours
✔ Weekend, public holiday and other applicable SCHADS Award penalty rates
✔ Paid kilometres and applicable travel allowances
✔ Supportive, values-driven workplace
✔ Opportunity to grow with an expanding organisation
✔ Opportunity to transition into permanent part-time employment
About Be U Pty Ltd
Be U Pty Ltd is a values-driven disability services provider committed to empowering people with disability to live independently, achieve their goals and enjoy meaningful lives.
We believe exceptional support workers do more than complete tasks - they build genuine relationships, promote independence, respect each client’s choice and control, and support people to live life on their own terms.
As our client base continues to grow across Perth, we’re seeking compassionate, reliable and professional Support Workers who genuinely want to make a difference.
How To Apply
If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to become part of a consistent support team, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume together with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience, qualifications and availability. **Applications will be reviewed as they are received.**
Pay: $39.18 – $40.18 per hour
Benefits:
- Referral program
- Travel reimbursement
Application Question(s):
- Are you an Australian citizen or permanent resident?
- What visa do you hold if you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident?
- This role requires you to use your own reliable, roadworthy vehicle for every shift. You will be required to transport the young person to and from school, appointments and community activities. Do you have a reliable vehicle that meets this requirement?
Licence/Certification:
- Driver Licence (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
