About the role

Multiple Part Time or casual opportunities available

Deer Park location

Support a teenager with complex behaviours in the family home

Training in high intensity supports provided

We’re on the lookout for experienced, compassionate Disability Support Workers to join our team in Deer Park, supporting a 15-year-old male with complex behaviours. If you thrive on building strong relationships and providing person-centred, high-quality support, it will be great to hear from you.

We offer

Flexible work arrangements

Ongoing paid training in high intensity supports, including behaviour management

A passionate, supportive leadership team that’s always got your back

Opportunities to grow your skills and experience

Key responsibilities

Provide person-centred, high-quality support in line with individual support plans

Support a client with high intensity needs, including behaviour management

Assist with personal care and daily living tasks

Maintain accurate and up-to-date progress notes

Work collaboratively with families and other professionals

We’re looking for someone who:

Has experience supporting people with disability and/or complex behaviours

Is empathetic, reliable, and emotionally intelligent

Can build trust and strong rapport with clients and families

Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Stays calm under pressure and is a confident decision-maker

Brings resilience, reliability, and a genuine commitment to care

To be successful, you’ll need:

Certificate IV in Disability (preferred) or a related qualification

Full Victorian Drivers’ Licence

Employee Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Current First Aid and CPR

Right to work in Australia

Why Ability Assist?

We’re a proud For Purpose organisation with 30 years of experience supporting people across Victoria. Since 1994, we’ve delivered therapeutic, person-centred care through our Out of Home Care (OOHC) and NDIS services—partnering with children, young people, adults, and families with disability or complex needs.

At Ability Assist, our approach is grounded in compassion, backed by evidence, and driven by outcomes. Everything we do centres on the individual we support—because that’s what great care is all about.

How to apply

Click ‘Apply’ via Seek to start your application. Please upload your resume and a brief cover letter outlining why this role speaks to you, and the experience you bring.

Applications close Friday 18 April 2025, but we’ll be reviewing applications as they come in—so don’t wait!

Early applications are encouraged.

Have questions or want a copy of the position description? Reach out to us at [email protected]