About CPSN

The Cerebral Palsy Support Network (CPSN) has been providing high quality support, information and services to people with cerebral palsy and their families for over 25 years.

CPSN is an organisation, not an agency. We employ support workers based on their experience, aptitude and attitude to match with individual clients, to provide continuity of care for our clients and stable employment for our support workers.

As a CPSN support worker you will be providing supports to our clients in their home and assisting with community access if required.

To be considered for a support worker position with CPSN you must have:

Proven experience in the disability sector, providing physical supports

Good spoken and written comprehension of English

Computer literacy skills

The ability to closely align with our organisational values

An understanding of the impact of disability on the family dynamic

An NDIS Worker Screening Check

An NDIS Worker Orientation Module

A Valid CPR and First Aid

A Drivers License

Unrestricted work rights in Australia

2 work related references

We exist to support and empower people living with cerebral palsy and like conditions by providing tailored services, advocacy, and community connection.

We live our values and purpose through embedding choice and human rights into the fabric of our organisation. CPSN is committed to the involvement of people with cerebral palsy at all levels of the organisation in networking, advisory groups and other roles.

Current Opportunities

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Wodonga, Regional Victoria:
Our teenage female client in Wodonga requires a mature, experienced female support worker to assist with after-school routines, including math and literacy activities, personal care, and showering. Shifts are Monday to Friday 3:15–6:15 pm, with a fortnightly weekend day shift. Experience in medication administration and seizure management is essential, and flexibility is needed for occasional medical appointments in Melbourne. She enjoys crafts, reading, and music.

Scoresby, Southeast Melbourne:
Our vivacious and creative client in Scoresby, who is building her own photography business, requires a female support worker for personal care and community access. She enjoys exploring cafes, swimming, walks, attending church, and spending time with her friends and boyfriend. She lives with her parents and a large, friendly dog. Ideal candidates are females aged 25–40 with experience in complex care, including seizure management, dysphasia, PEG feeding, and, if possible, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC); a nursing or allied health background is an advantage but not essential, as she is prepared to train support workers in communication. Shifts include overnight sleepovers, Monday 9 am-3pm and 3pm–9 pm, Tuesday to Friday evenings 5:15–9 pm, and weekend afternoons 4–9 pm.

Glen Iris, Southeast Melbourne:
A female client in her early 30s with Cerebral Palsy in Glen Iris requires a female support worker to assist with morning routines, personal care, dressing, breakfast, and community access. She enjoys wheelchair AFL, theatre, musicals, brunch, and advocacy work. Shifts are Mondays and Wednesdays 8 am–1 pm, Tuesdays 4–9 pm, and additional Thursday and Friday shifts from September. Support workers must be able to drive a modified vehicle and assist with 2:1 manual transfer using a hoist.

Spotswood, Inner West Melbourne:
Our female client in her 40s in Spotswood, who is nonverbal and has Cerebral Palsy with PEG feeding needs, requires a female support worker for personal care, hoisting, showering, and PEG feeding. Shifts are Monday and Wednesday evenings 4:45–6:45 pm and Saturday mornings 10:15–12:15 pm, with opportunities for additional coverage when other support workers are away. A nursing or allied health background is highly valued.

Coburg, Inner North Melbourne:
Our male teen client in Coburg with CP, ASD, and developmental delay requires a female support worker for after-school personal care, PEG feeding, and community activities, with additional support during school holidays. Shifts are Thursday and Friday 3:15–7:15 pm and a weekend 6-hour day shift. Candidates must have experience with nonverbal communication, seizure management, and personal care.

Balwyn, Eastern Melbourne:
Our male client in his late 20s in Balwyn with Cerebral Palsy requires a male or female support worker for in-home support, including meal prep, personal care, light housekeeping, and community access. He uses a communication device and requires guidance to reach his NDIS goals. Shift is Thursday 8 am–3/4 pm, with potential for additional full-day shifts. The ideal worker is flexible, motivated, and lives within 30 minutes of Balwyn.

Delahey, Northwest Melbourne:
A mid-teen female client in Delahey with ASD, Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, and intellectual disability requires a female support worker for personal care, mealtime assistance, activities, and swimming support once a week. Shifts are before and after school 7–9 am and 5–7 pm, with additional hours during school holidays. She lives with her family and several pets. Seizure management experience is highly desirable.

Sunbury, Northwest Melbourne:
Our independent female client in her late 40s in Sunbury with CP requires a female support worker for in-home exercise programs, general life admin, and potential pool assistance. Shifts are Mondays 4:30–6:30 pm, with potential for more. The ideal worker is easy-going, communicative, willing to learn, and likes animals.

Templestowe, Northeast Melbourne:
A 17-year-old male client in Templestowe with complex CP and nonverbal communication needs requires a support worker for high-intensity personal care, PEG feeding, and hoist transfers. Shift is Saturday 8 am–3 pm. Experience with PEG feeding, manual handling, and non-verbal communication techniques is essential. An open license and reliable vehicle are required for community-based activities.

Heidelberg, Northeast Melbourne:
Our 19-year-old creative client in Heidelberg with CP requires a female support worker to assist with personal care, PEG feeding, oral intake, and activities at home. Shifts are Sundays 9:30 am–12 pm and 1–7:30 pm, with additional shifts becoming available. Candidates should be in their 20s–30s, great communicators, and engaging. Training is provided.

Why Join Us?

At CPSN, you will be part of an organisation that values:

Service excellence, making a difference in people’s lives every day

Collaboration & innovation, shaping the future of disability services

Development, supporting our people to achieve their own goals

People, recognising the need for two-way flexibility and support

CPSN offers the following employee benefits:

Ongoing employment (casual rate) + super + shift allowances

Access to up to $15,900 tax free earnings each year via Go Salary

An innovative and passionate team, including driven leaders to support your development

On-the-job training specific to your client as well as online learning programs

Employee Assistance Program

Health & Wellbeing initiatives, including Mental Health First Aid for all staff

Regular in-person culture & connection days (social)

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