Support Worker (Mental Health & Disability)
Location:
Clayton / Cheltenham / Ormond / Thomastown / Box Hill | South East Melbourne | Bayside | Mornington Peninsula
Hours:
Between 8am and 8pm (variable)
At
YAY Today
, we believe great support starts with empathy, professionalism, and heart. We're looking for a
positive, energetic, and emotionally aware female Support Worker
to join our
YAY Today
team.
This role involves working in a
dynamic and sometimes challenging environment
. We're seeking someone who can bring
warmth, confidence, and resilience
, handle sensitive situations with calm, and maintain professionalism even under pressure.
What You'll Be Doing:
Provide 1:1 and group support
Assist with daily living, personal care, meal preparation, and medication (where required)
Support participants with emotional regulation and meaningful engagement
Promote independence at home and in the community
Build respectful and empowering relationships
Manage behaviours of concern with empathy and steady composure
Advocate for participant choice, dignity, and wellbeing
About you:
Candidates must hold valid Australian work rights to be eligible for this position
At least 1 year of experience
supporting individuals with
ASD, Intellectual Disability, BPD, Depression, or Anxiety
Skilled in managing
behaviours of concern
with empathy and composure
Patient, reliable, and proactive — with a naturally uplifting and encouraging approach
Must have NDIS Check, Work With Children Check, Driver's Licence & Car.
Candidates must obtain Police Check, Working with Children Check, and NDIS Worker Check before commencing employment
If you're passionate about empowering others and thrive in a role that's both meaningful and dynamic, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now
and help us continue building a community that celebrates care, growth, and connection.
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