Wellways Australia

Support Worker

Wellways Australia  •  $44.59/hr  •  Commonwealth of Australia (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

  • Casual role in Tinana with a variety of shift options to suit your lifestyle!
  • SCHADS Level 2B $44.59 per hour plus penalties + Super + Salary Packaging
  • Make a meaningful difference, one shift at a time with Wellways

Wellways is looking for a compassionate and reliable Disability Support Workers to join our supportive team on a casual basis This role is ideal for someone who brings warmth, patience and genuine care to their work.

About the Role

You will deliver person-centred support to individuals living with disability, ensuring they feel safe, valued and supported in their everyday lives. This role offers a variety of shifts designed to suit your lifestyle, including overnight and weekend work, while providing 24/7 care to participants in their home environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing respectful personal care and daily living support
  • Supporting participant overnight to ensure comfort and safety
  • Building trusting, caring relationships through consistent and compassionate support

About You

You bring a caring and compassionate approach to supporting people with disability and are reliable, dependable and committed to consistently showing up for participants. You are comfortable working overnight and weekend shifts and have a genuine willingness to learn, with training provided.

Any previous experience you may have either working with or those shaped by your own life experiences are highly valued, these can also include those of a carer/parent, if this sounds like you, we have the perfect opportunity right here, with us.

Pre-employment requirements:

  • Minimum Qualification in Individual support/Community Services is desirable
  • Evidence of working rights within Australia such as a passport or birth certificate
  • A current valid Driver's License and an insured and registered vehicle
  • Satisfactory Police Records Check
  • Blue Card and NDIS Workers Screening Check
  • NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate – free online certificate

What we will offer you…

  • 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
  • Paid Cultural Leave (where applicable)
  • Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Shan Beasley | Service Manager | sbeasley@wellways.org

Please note: successful applicants may be contacted prior to closing date

Please ensure you submit your updated Resume along with a Cover Letter

To view the full Position Description 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

Multiple roles available with shift times to suit your lifestyle! Make a meaningful difference, one shift at a time with Wellways.

Culture

We’re passionate about our work, which is enjoyable, challenging and rewardingAll ofourteams 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.

Please select "Apply" below to complete your application.

Applications Close

30/04/2026

Wellways Australia

About Wellways Australia

Wellways Australia is a leading national mental health and disability support organisation with services in Queensland, ACT, NSW, Victoria and Tasmania.

We work with a diverse range of people, their families and carers to identify needs and goals to build good lives in the community This includes creating a home, getting a job and building meaningful relationships.

We also deliver services to people with multiple, complex needs and often do this in partnership with clinical services, health support agencies and government.

Our services are informed by current evidence on mental health, rehabilitation and community inclusion, together with an understanding of people’s lived experience – what works for them.

We are a registered NDIS service provider. Our knowledgeable staff have the right community connections. We offer: support co-ordination, group based activities, assistance to access community, skills development, assistance with household tasks and personal care, housing and tenancy, help with budgeting and travel training.

Many of our staff draw from their own experience of mental health issues to provide peer support in services, education courses, advocacy workshops and our advice and referral Helpline.

Our commitment to advocacy is central. We consult with consumers, carers, government and local business to ensure people have better opportunities to get well, stay well and fully participate in the community without stigma.

For information visit wellways.org or contact us on 1300 111 400.

Advice and referral information is also available. Call our Helpline on 1300 111 500.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Melbourne, AU
Year Founded
1978
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