Grow your career as a Disability Support Worker in Residential Accommodation

Location: Clayton, VIC
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time or Part Time opportunities available
Job reference: 494736

Hourly Rate: $37.35 - $40.04 per hour

If you’re looking for great work/life balance and a rewarding career supporting people with disability to live the lives they choose, then this is the job for you.

At Yooralla, you’ll have the opportunity to make a positive difference, supporting people at home in Shared Supported accommodation and Independent Living settings, and occasionally in the community, to achieve their goals

4 reasons to join our disability support team!

1. Make a real difference
   Build meaningful connections while supporting people with disability to achieve their goals – big or small. Whether it’s helping someone gain confidence, try something new, or simply live more independently, your impact will be life-changing (for them and for you).
2. Enjoy work-life balance that works for you
   Fit your work around your life – not the other way around. With flexible shifts and part-time options, this role can suit your family, study, or other commitments. And there’s no better feeling than going home knowing you made someone’s day.
3. Be part of a supportive team and trusted organisation
   Join a passionate, like-minded team within a well-established, values-driven organisation. We’ve got your back – with training, safety support, and ongoing development opportunities, including help to gain professional qualifications.
4. Get rewarded for your work
   Enjoy a competitive hourly rate (you might be surprised!) plus optional extra shifts. Maximise your take-home pay with generous salary packaging benefits – and get paid to make a genuine difference.

There are actually more than 4 reasons to join us! Want to find out more?

A day in the life of a Residential Accommodation Disability Support worker at Yooralla.

So what will you actually be doing as a Disability Support Worker (DSW) in Residential Accommodation - Clayton? This rewarding part-time or full time role supports adults with disability one-on-one or in small groups, in their homes and occasionally in the community. You will work closely with individuals to implement personalised support plans that help them live as independently as possible. No one workday (or night) will be the same!

At our Clayton service, you’ll be joining a warm, stable and long-standing team who have supported this home for many years. This vacancy has become available as one of our valued team members is relocating to pursue her dreams – a rare opportunity to join this established and committed team.

There are five residents living at this home, aged between 33 and 75. You’ll be supporting them with a strong focus on active daily living, Respecting choice, control and Independence and supports with personal care, including:

Meal preparation, personal hygiene and mobility

Shopping, attending appointments, and going to community events

Working towards their individual goals

Encouraging independence while ensuring comfort and dignity

This is a High Intensity Support service, although the current support needs are stable and at the lower end of the spectrum. The goal is to maintain this stability and help residents continue thriving in a safe, supportive environment.

The vacant shifts span Monday to Sunday, typically between 6:30am and 10:00pm. We're happy to consider students, as long as your availability is consistent and won’t change each semester.

Find out why our DSWs love working in Residential Accommodation – and come be part of something truly meaningful at Yooralla- Clayton.

About You

We're looking for people who are passionate, have a great attitude and an eagerness to learn. You'll share Yooralla’s values and have:

• a positive approach, initiative and self-motivation
• willingness to be committed to empowering our clients to reach their goals, and to upholding quality and safeguards in your everyday work
• effective communication skills, and good English literacy to communicate well with our clients
• ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team
• willingness to support clients with personal care activities
• Australian Driver License
• NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance and the right to work in Australia, and,
• The ability to get a First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certificate if you don’t already have one.

A Certificate IV in Disability, relevant work experience or an interest in community services would be great, if you already have any of these. If not, don’t worry as Yooralla provides excellent training and support, and can even support you to work and study. You may even find you have some transferable skills to bring to the role.

Sound like you? Apply Now!

Vacancy contact

To find out more about this role or working with Yooralla, please contact Samantha D'Cruz on +61 428575017 or [email protected]

More information about working with Yooralla

Yooralla and Berry Street, two of Victoria’s most respected and long-standing social service providers, have merged – in a transformative step forward in meeting current and emerging community needs. The merger will enable us to deliver greater impact, expand our services, and create more opportunities for professional growth and development.

Berry Street Yooralla acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islands People as the Traditional Custodians of the lands across Victoria where our services are located, and pay our respects to ancestors and Elders, past, present and future. Yooralla is committed to honouring Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islands Peoples’ unique cultural and spiritual relationships to the land, waters and seas and their rich contribution to Berry Street Yooralla and our society.

Find out more about our workplace culture

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace at Yooralla. As part of our dedication to accessibility, we strive to support candidates with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you require the position description in a different format or any accommodation or assistance during the application and interview stages please contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively email [email protected] or phone 9666 4501.