Residential Support Worker

1 week ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Gateways Support Services Full time
  • $ $33.22 per hour depending on qualifications and experience
  • Newcomb location
  • Permanent Part Time

About us:
At Gateways, we all have one thing in common: the passion to support people with a disability and make every day better. The Gateways Support Services vision is to provide support for children and adults with a disability and their families to maximise their quality of life. We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join the friendly, supportive and positive team in Geelong.

What's in it for you?

  • Salary packaging option to increase take-home pay.
  • Ongoing training opportunities
  • Collaborating with a supportive, caring, and passionate team
  • Accessible and approachable management
  • Extensive training opportunities, including positive behavioural support and ethical response.
  • 2-day induction program

About the role:
We currently have a permanent part time position in Newcomb available for 30 hours per fortnight. In the capacity of a Residential Support Worker, you will provide extensive support to individuals with disabilities within a residential setting, covering tasks such as personal care, meal assistance, hoisting, and transfers.

At Gateways we work on a fortnightly, Week 1/ Week 2 roster, our work weeks run Thursday to Wednesday. Roster details are below:

Week 1
Thursday: 7am - 9am (2 hours) & 9am - 3pm (6 hours)
Wednesday: 3pm - 10pm (7 hours) & sleep over

Week 2
Thursday: 7am - 9am (2 hours)
Monday: 9am - 3pm (6 hours)
Wednesday: 3pm - 10pm (7 hours)

Let's talk about you Do you have:
Do you have a strong dedication to helping individuals lead fulfilling lives, excellent problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, and a keen desire to be a part of and enhance a positive workplace atmosphere? If so, we encourage you to get in touch with us

Please note that the following compliance documents are required if successful for the role:

  • NDIS Workers Screening Check (or willingness to obtain one)
  • NDIS Workers Orientation Module (certificate of completion)
  • Victorian Working with Children Check (employee status)
  • Current First Aid & CPR certificate
  • Valid Victorian Driver's License
  • Qualification in Disability, Community Services, Social Work or equivalent (desirable)

For more information, please email to request a detailed Position Description. When applying, please attach your resume and cover letter to your online application, so that we can consider your application for this role.



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