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Disability Support Worker

Ballarat, Victoria 3350, Australia • Casual

Description

Be part of a supportive, team-driven organisation making a genuine difference in people’s lives.

About Us:

At eQuality Support, we deliver personalised, relationship-led disability support that empowers people to live with dignity, choice and independence. Our teams are known for their consistency, professionalism and care. We actively support our staff to grow, feel valued and do their best work.

We’re committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people are trusted, developed and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.

About the role:

You’ll support people with complex needs living in Supported Independent Living (SIL) environments to engage meaningfully in daily routines, household activities and community life. You’ll work alongside clients to support their goals, wellbeing and independence while providing consistent, person-centred care.

What will I be doing?

Our Disability Support Workers practice Person Centred Active Support (PCAS) and may be required to:

  • Build respectful, professional relationships with clients and their families
  • Implement positive behaviour support strategies
  • Provide physical support including manual handling and transfers
  • Assist with personal care, medication, meals and household tasks
  • Support planning, advocacy, transport and community access

About you:

You’re empathetic, reliable and experienced in supporting people with complex mental health and cognitive conditions, including behaviours of concern such as:

  • Paranoid Schizophrenia
  • Borderline Personality Disorder
  • Intellectual Disability
  • PTSD
  • Dementia

What’s in it for you

  • Supportive leadership and a responsive Client Services team
  • Opportunities to build specialist skills in complex support
  • SCHADS Award pay (Home Care Level 3–4), based on experience

How to Apply 

At eQuality Support, we embrace individuality and differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, faith and sexual orientation. We strive to provide a recruitment experience that’s fair, inclusive and accessible. We encourage all suitable applicants to apply for this role.

For any accessibility needs to be considered during the recruitment process, please let us know at careers@equalitysupport.com.au

Role Type

On-site • Temporary • Casual • Associate

Pay Rate

35.15 AUD – 86.05 AUD (Hour)