Support Worker
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Job Summary
- A rewarding career with a nationally recognised provider of mental health and disability services
- Casual position to join an established team with access to ongoing support and development
- $44.59 to $47.16 p/hr (SCHADS Level 2B) Leave loading Super Salary packaging
Wellways is committed to reconciliation lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria wed love to hear from you.
About the opportunity
We have an incredible opportunity for an experienced Support Worker to join a small supportive and inclusive team in providing quality support to our clients. We offer carer support services homeless outreach and registered services. As a passionate Support Worker you will be responsible for the delivery of services. You will use a person-centered approach to provide individual support and practical assistance to participants to assist them in achieving their goals.
To be successful in this role
Youre a passionate empathetic and caring individual who is looking to make an invaluable positive impact on the lives of others. You relish a challenge and new experience. Youre calm collected and resilient in the face of adversity and are looking to carry these qualities with you to the front line to start helping those in need. You are an independent proactive thinker and worker but are also able to follow directions given by your managers and can work within a tight-knit team.
You will also need:
- Relevant qualifications or commensurate experience in working in a support role forpeople with mental health issues generally a Certificate IV qualification or above
- Lived experience of Mental Health Recovery
- Current valid Drivers License and the ability to undertake travel for the role
- Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Screening Check
- Right to Work within Australia
- Satisfactory National Police Records Check
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
About Us
Wellways connects people strengthens families and transforms communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing. A leading for purpose mental health and disability support organisation operating nationally our services span mental health disability and community care and reach more than 7000 people each year!
Working with a diverse range of people Wellways creates an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.
What we offer
- A purpose driven culture where people can thrive everyone is respected and differences are valued
- An equitable diverse and socially inclusive work environment
- Salary packaging up to $15899enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent mortgage repayments car leasing
- Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2650 per annum
- Receive 17.5% leave loadingevery time you take annual leave
- Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
- Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program
For a confidential discussion about the role we encourage you to contact Team Leader - Niraj Bhattarai via
Once you APPLY click here for a copy of the position description
Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.
If youd like to know more about our reconciliation commitment click here Reconciliation Wellways
Job Description Summary
The Disability Support Worker offers carer support services and is responsible for the delivery of services purchased through the NDIA.Culture
Were passionate about ourwork whichis enjoyable challenging and rewarding.All ofourteamswork toensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments diagnosis or labels.We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ and First Nations communities.
How to Apply
This is your opportunity to join a values based growing innovative and nationally recognised organisation with over 2000 staff members across 93 sites.
Please select Apply below to complete your application.
Applications Close
02/01/2026
Key Skills
- Nursing Home Experience
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Direct Support
- Computer Operation
- Caregiving
- Case Management
- Special Needs
- Training & Development
- Child Protective Services
- Experience with Children
- Word Processing
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
Wellways works to create an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.
