The Royal Children's Hospital

Disability Support Worker (Casual)

The Royal Children's Hospital  •  Narre Warren, AU (Onsite)  •  8 days ago
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Job Description

Start Your Journey as a Disability Support Worker (Casual) – Make a Lasting Impact

Work across our sites in Pakenham, Narre Warren, Clayton and Caulfield

Working days - Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm

About us

Outlook Australia’s vision is to create an inclusive society for all. We are a thriving, sustainable organisation dedicated to promoting the empowerment of people with disabilities and those experiencing disadvantage. We operate through two key divisions: Community Services, which provides life skills, in-home care, and community access support, and Social Enterprise, which creates employment opportunities for people from disadvantaged backgrounds.

About the role:

We are currently looking for reliable, compassionate, and values-driven individuals to join our growing team as Casual Disability Support Workers in the Casey/Cardinia area and Bayside region—including Clayton South, Narre Warren, Pakenham and Caulfield. As a Disability Support Worker, you’ll work in a range of settings including community programs, in-home care, and overnight respite (sleepovers).

Key responsibilities:

  • Supporting people with community access, social engagement, and daily routines.
  • Providing in-home support such as personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, and companionship.
  • Assisting with overnight respite care, including active or sleepover shifts, maintaining a safe and supportive environment throughout the night.
  • Managing mobility needs, medication administration, and transport assistance.
  • Responding to behaviours of concern with empathy and professionalism.
  • Accurately completing documentation using basic computer systems.

What we are looking for:

  • Available and dependable – Regular availability for weekdays, weekends, evenings, and overnight (sleepover) shifts is essential.
  • Looking for long-term casual work – This role is best suited to those who want to grow and stay within the disability support sector.
  • Flexible and proactive – Willing to travel between sites or support people in their homes across different suburbs.
  • Empathetic and adaptable – Able to respond calmly and confidently in various support scenarios.
  • Team-oriented – Committed to working respectfully and collaboratively with others.

Role requirements

  • Experience is not essential—we will provide training—but you must have or be willing to obtain:
  • Level 2 First Aid and CPR certification
  • Valid Australian driver’s licence and access to a reliable, insured vehicle
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check, National Police Check, and Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Why work for us?

  • Supportive culture – Be part of a team that values your growth and wellbeing.
  • Ongoing training – Develop your skills with continued professional development.
  • Fair pay – Competitive hourly rates aligned with the SCHADS Industry Award 2010.
  • Make an impact – Support people in meaningful ways and help build inclusive communities.

Pre-employment requirements:

  • National Police Check
  • Pre-employment medical assessment and drug test
  • Random drug and alcohol testing post-employment

Diversity and inclusion

Outlook is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and individuals from diverse backgrounds and abilities.

Join us today and play a key role in creating a more inclusive and sustainable future!

The Royal Children's Hospital

About The Royal Children's Hospital

The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.

We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.

With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.

We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.

When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.

In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Parkville, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
org.au
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