Opportunity:
Role: Permanent, full time
Location: Dandenong & Springvale
Are you passionate about working in the Disability Sector?
Do you embody our values of Integrity, Connectedness, Individuality and Courage?
Be a part of something meaningful!
About Us:
The Bridge is a progressive not-for-profit organisation delivering services to people with disability, and from disadvantaged backgrounds, throughout the south-eastern and northern Melbourne community. We promote the right to equal opportunity with our overall aim being to increase access for our participants and provide support for them to achieve their goals. Our services include opportunities regarding employment, NDIS Plan management via Support Coordinators, respite and recreation; social and community participation and building life skills. Our mission is to support and advocate for individuals through education, employment, life experiences, social and community connections. If this resonates with you, read on!
About You:
You are a compassionate and reliable professional who is genuinely committed to supporting people to live meaningful, self-directed lives. You bring a respectful, person-centred approach to your work and understand the importance of dignity, choice, and independence. You are adaptable, calm under pressure, and confident working across a variety of environments and support needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support participants to access the community, build social connections, and work toward personal goals
- Implement positive behaviour support strategies that promote independence and wellbeing
- Collaborate with Allied Health and support networks to deliver person-centred care
- Uphold participant choice, dignity, and duty of care
- Assist with daily living tasks including personal care, meals, mobility and transfers
- Communicate effectively with participants, families, and stakeholders
- Maintain accurate documentation and record participant progress
- Monitor and escalate changes in participant wellbeing
- Report incidents and safety matters in line with WHS requirements
- Update participant records, support plans, and risk assessments
- Work in accordance with rosters and NDIS plans
Essential Selection Criteria:
- Certificate IV in Disability or a transferable skills related course
- Current First Aid & CPR certification
- Ability to support wellbeing, independence, and goal achievement
- Flexible and adaptable to changing workplace conditions
- Strong problem-solving, creative thinking, and safety awareness
- Ability to remain calm and seek support when needed
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experienced with personal care, behaviors and high intensity
- PEG trained (desirable)
- Capable of working independently and collaboratively
- Proficient in MS Office, Client Management Systems, and related applications
- Current and valid Victorian driver’s license
Why Join Us:
- Support impactful work that directly benefits others
- A commitment to your professional growth
- NFP salary packaging options up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2650 for entertainment per year
- 17.5% leave loading
- Access to free Employee Assistance/Wellbeing Program
- Birthday Leave
- Paid Parental Leave
How to apply:
The Bridge is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion.
Appointment to the position is subject to obtaining and maintaining a satisfactory NDIS Worker Screening Check and two satisfactory reference checks. This role is only available to those who hold the right to work in Australia.
If you meet the key selection criteria and are interested in the position, please follow the link below to submit your resume and cover letter.
The opportunity to apply will close as of close of business Wednesday 11th March 2026. Interviews may commence prior therefore we encourage early applications.
Additional questions can be addressed to People and Capability via
E: hrhelpdesk@thebridgeinc.org.au
P: 03 8710 8541
The Bridge Connects is a service of The Bridge Inc. Reg. A0033971H
