Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities? Are you driven by the belief that everyone deserves equal opportunities and a sense of belonging? Then we'd love you to bring your passion and enthusiasm to our holiday program, where every day is filled with laughter, growth, and heartwarming moments.

Who on earth are we?

Y Whittlesea is a not-for-profit that happens to be the oldest youth organisation in the world and oldest social enterprise where all profits go back into our communities. We're passionate about delivering person-centred support, services and programs. We empower people with a disability, providing them with opportunities to participate in inclusive and innovative programs. At Y Whittlesea, we provide the foundation for people to achieve their goals and empower them to lead dignified lives.

What's the opportunity?

As we continue to grow, we are looking for passionate disability support workers to join and team in supporting our Holiday Program, with multiple casual opportunities available for the upcoming school holidays in September.

Our holiday programs support individuals to achieve personal goals during the school holiday period through fun, engaging and educational activities. Each program will provide people with a disability the opportunity to improve social skills and confidence, supporting their communication and participate in wellness activities.

As a Disability Support Worker for our Holiday Programs, your primary responsibility is to provide assistance and support to people with a disability during the holiday period. You will ensure the safety, well-being, and inclusion of people with disabilities in all program activities. There is also opportunity to work on Camps, in Community Access, and in home care shifts.

Please refer to the position description for a detailed list of responsibilities (copy link into your browser):

• DSW qualified: https://ymac.worldmanager.com/go/idI1XT
• DSW unqualified: https://ymac.worldmanager.com/go/l107c7

Why Join The Y?

We are passionate about our people and offer our staff opportunities to grow both personally and professionally in a friendly and supportive environment. As a Support Worker with the Y, you have access to flexible work hours to fit in with your family and life commitments.

We also offer;

• Professional development opportunities.
• Very welcoming environment.
• Expanding and supportive team culture.
• Flexible working and rostering arrangements.
• Free access to 24/7 gym membership.
• Qualification and training support.

What you'll bring to the role

• Legal right to live and work in Australia.
• Current Employee Working with Children Check (VIC) and NDIS Worker Screening Check (or ability to obtain prior to starting with us).
• International Police check if you have lived outside Australia in the last 5 years.
• Current First Aid & CPR.
• Qualifications including Cert III or IV in Community Services or equivalent are well regarded and attract a higher pay grade. Don't have a formal qualification? That's fine, let's talk about how to get you qualified and how we can help!
• A genuine passion for working in the disability sector.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be flexible and reliable.
• A qualification in administering medication will be highly regarded, but not essential.
• Availability to work over the September school holiday period - Saturday 20th September - Sunday 5th October

Ok, I'm in. How do I apply and stand out?

If you're keen to explore this opportunity with us, take the time to stand out. Please send your resume, answer a few questions on our application form and if you can, send us a cover letter telling us how great you are... your time to brag!

Click the "apply" button to submit your application.

Need more information about the role before applying? Email [email protected]

Applications Close date: 28 August 2025

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as screening and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

Safeguarding at the Y

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy (copy link into your browser):

https://ymca.org.au/about-us/safeguarding-children-young-people/safeguardingresources/

The Y is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people.