Disability Support Worker (DDSO1/1Q)

Disability Support Worker (DDSO1/1Q) – Colac

At Scope, we celebrate people.

This is not just for our customers, but also for our people. That’s why we’re seeking people like you. People who can create meaningful opportunities for people with disability to belong and thrive.

If at any time you require us to adjust our recruitment process to meet your individual needs please email careershome@scopeaust.org.au

Position Details:

• Position: Disability Support Worker (DDSO1/1Q)
• Location: Colac
• Work Type: Permanent Part-Time
• Total Hours per Month: 96 (50.5 / 44.5)
• Roster Line: 

About the Role:

• Provide warm, respectful, person-centred support that promotes dignity and independence
• Follow behaviour support strategies, routines, and safety procedures consistently
• Support participants with daily living, personal care, health routines, and community access
• Use calm communication and effective de-escalation to manage behaviours of concern
• Work confidently and independently while following structured support plans
• Maintain clear documentation and communicate effectively with the wider team
• Bring patience, reliability, and a calm, supportive approach to every shift
• Must be available to work all shifts listed in roster

What's On Offer:

• Salary benefits and conditions based on the Disability Services Enterprise Agreement Victoria 2018-2022, with membership to HACSU (Health and Community Services Union)
• Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 per year tax free in addition to your standard tax-free threshold for salary)
• Purchased Leave Scheme (gives you the opportunity to purchase up to four weeks additional leave on top of your existing four-week Annual Leave entitlement)
• Employee Assistance Program (free confidential support and advice for workplace and personal issues)

Must hold or be willing to obtain:

• Certificate IV in Disability (or equivalence) is highly desirable
• NDIS Worker Screening Check Clearance and Working with Children's Check (Employee)
• Current Level 2 First Aid & CPR Certificate
• Valid Australian Working Rights and an International Police Check if you have lived or worked overseas for more than one (1) year within the last ten years.