* Casual, SCHADS 2B ($45.94 per hour) + Super + Salary Packaging
* Be part of a close-knit, values-driven and multi-disciplinary team
* Make a genuine difference supporting people with complex needs
Wellways are seeking a team of compassionate and resilient Disability Support Workers to support participants with intense, high needs. This role is ideal for someone experienced, calm under pressure and committed to providing safe, person-centred supports.
About the Role
You will provide support to participants with complex physical and psychosocial needs, supporting their safety, dignity and quality of life. Supports may take place in the home and community and require strong boundaries, emotional awareness and teamwork.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting participants with intense high needs
* Providing personal care (including hygiene and daily living supports)
* Assisting with wheelchair mobility and transfers
* Supporting individuals who may engage in or experience self-harm behaviours, using trauma-informed and safety-focused approaches
* Building trust and maintaining a calm, respectful presence during challenging moments
* Accurate documentation and communication with the wider support team
Shifts & Rostering
* Buddy shifts provided to start for a safe and supported onboarding
* Weekends, evenings and active overnight shifts available
* Rotating roster, flexibility required
About You
* Experience supporting people with complex or high-needs disabilities
* Confident providing personal care and physical support
* Comfortable supporting participants with challenging behaviours, including self-harm
* Calm, patient and emotionally resilient
* Strong communication and professional boundaries
* Relevant qualifications (Certificate III/IV in Disability or equivalent preferred)
Pre-employment requirements:
* Minimum Qualification in Certificate Level 3 or 4 Mental Health, Disability, Aged Care or Home and Community Care (desirable)
* Evidence of working rights within Australia such as a passport or birth certificate
* A current valid Driver's Licence and an insured and registered vehicle
* Police Records Check
* Blue Card and NDIS Workers Screening Check
* NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate – free online certificate
What we will offer you…
* Ongoing training and development
* A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued
* An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment
* Salary packaging up to $15,899 enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing
* Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum
* Receive 17.5% leave loading every time you take annual leave
* Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
* Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Melanie Cross |Team Leader |
Please note: successful applicants may be contacted prior to closing date
To view the full Position Description and submit your Cover letter and Resume, click APPLY
Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement
Job Description Summary
Flexible casual roster, providing support for participants with intense high needs, personal care and support around self-harm behaviours using trauma-informed approaches.
Culture
We're passionate about our work, which is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding. All of our teams work to ensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments, diagnosis or labels. We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ and First Nations communities.
How to Apply
This is your opportunity to join a values based, growing, innovative and nationally recognised organisation with over 2,000 staff members across 93 sites.
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Applications Close
03/02/2026