Do you have a passion for helping others, join an industry leader as a Support Worker and empower individuals to achieve their goals and live the life that they choose. Make a difference everyday to adults and children living in our SIL homes or Residential Care.

Support Workers | Home & Living | Children Services - Mackay

Part Time & Casual Opportunities

At Aruma, we’re not just support workers, we’re Human Rights warriors. We believe in empowering people to live the life they choose, and we’re looking for passionate, values-driven Support Workers to join our team.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and young individuals by providing tailored, person-centred support. Whether it’s daily living assistance, emotional guidance, or community engagement, your work will help create a more inclusive and compassionate society.

You’ll work across a 24/7 rotating roster, including sleepovers, active nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, individualised support to people with disabilities and young people
• Assist with personal care, mobility, and skill development
• Build meaningful connections and provide mentorship and emotional support
• Support community participation and recreational activities
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement support plans
• Advocate for customer rights and promote independence
• Create safe, trauma-informed environments for young people with complex needs

What You’ll Need Disability, Home & Living

• Experience in disability, aged care, or family/community services
• A current First Aid and CPR Certificate or willingness to obtain
• Valid Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle
• NDIS Worker Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and public holidays

What you’ll need Childrens Services

• Passionate about human rights and creating positive change
• Empathetic, compassionate, and resilient
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Certificate IV in Disability or Child, Youth & Family Intervention (or willingness to obtain) click here to view more details
• Current First Aid, CPR, Drivers licence & NDIS Worker check or willingness to obtain
• Availability for 24/7 rostered shifts

Why Join Aruma?

• HEART Promise: Be part of a team that helps you “Heart your work” every day.
• Salary Packaging: Up to $15,900 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals/entertainment
• Fitness Passport: Subsidised gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential support for you and your family
• Discounted Health Insurance: Through Bupa
• Recognition & Rewards: BRAVE Reviews and annual BRAVE Awards
• Career Development: Ongoing training and pathways into leadership

No experience? No worries! Whether you're starting out, changing careers, or studying and looking for flexible work, there’s a place for you at Aruma. Government funding maybe available for you to study a Certificate IV in Disability or Child, Youth & Family Intervention, so earn while you learn.

We strongly encourage candidates with a disability to apply. Your lived experience is a powerful asset in building a more inclusive world.

Ready to be Brave with us !

Apply now visit Aruma’s Careers Page to view current vacancies or register your interest.

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered.

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