Support Worker
Residential Care & Disability Services
Casual & Part-Time Opportunities Available | Based in Warrnambool, South West Victoria
Mpower is growing!
Mpower is expanding our Out of Home Care Residential Services and we’re looking for passionate, resilient, and committed individuals to support children and young people. We have opportunities across both Residential Care (Out of Home Care – DFFH) and Disability Services (Programs, SIL, Total Care Packages and 1:1 supports). If you’re looking for meaningful work where where you can genuinely make a difference in a young person’s life, we’d love to hear from you.
About Mpower
Mpower is a well-established, accredited not-for-profit community-based organisation servicing South West Victoria. Established in 1975, the operation of Mpower has grown from a small voluntary service to an accredited agency employing more than 100 staff, providing a range of clinical and support services to over 1400 families regionally. Mpower now provides a range of disability services and community services and we specialising in supporting children, young people and families reaching their full potential.
About the Role
As a Support Worker, you’ll play a key role in delivering safe, consistent, trauma-informed, and person-centred support.
Depending on the service, this may include:
- Supporting children and young people in residential care settings
- Providing disability support across SIL, programs, community access and 1:1 supports
- Assisting with daily living tasks, routines and skill development
- Building strong, respectful relationships
- Responding to behaviours of concern using trauma-informed approaches
- Supporting participation in education, community and social activities
- Completing accurate documentation and case notes
- Working across a 24/7 roster (including evenings, weekends, sleepovers and active nights)
This is a hands-on role that requires confidence, adaptability and a genuine commitment to supporting others.
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking applicants who are:
- Passionate about working with children, young people, and people with disability
- Confident working in challenging and high-support environments
- Strong knowledge of trauma‑informed practice and person-centred care, especially to young people with disabilities
- Able to remain calm, consistent, and professional under pressure
- Strong communicators who work well in a team
Highly regarded:
- Cert IV Child, Youth & Family Intervention, or willing to enroll
- Experience in residential care, youth work, or OOHC settings
- Cert III Individual Support or Cert IV Disability Supports
- Understanding of trauma-informed practice and behaviours of concern
What We Offer
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Attractive salary packaging benefits through our PBI status, helping you make the most of your take‑home pay
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A supportive, values‑driven team culture with strong leadership and a commitment to your wellbeing
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Ongoing professional development, including tailored training and clear pathways to further qualifications
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Opportunities to grow within a dynamic and expanding service
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Flexible leave options, including the ability to purchase additional leave
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Employment under the SCHADS Award, Level 2, aligned to your qualifications and experience
Additional Information & How to Apply
For a confidential discussion please contact Michaela Leris, People and Culture Advisor on (03) 5561 8111.
Employment terms and conditions are in line with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 with the applicable classification depending on qualifications and experience.
For more information and to obtain a copy of the position description, please visit Mpower website: https://www.mpower.org.au/employment/.
Please apply via Seek and applications should include a Cover Letter, Resume and Referees.
Please note: This position does not have a closing date. Due to operational needs, when applications are received, applicants may be shortlisted, interviewed and appointed.
People from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Mpower upholds a working environment that is free from discrimination in accordance with Equal Opportunity legislation and is committed to compliance requirement including industry Codes of Conduct and Child Safety Standards. Appointment subject to satisfactory NDIS Workers Screening Clearance, Working with Children Check, Police Check. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
