15h Left: Support Worker|Childrens Services | Mackay

4 weeks ago

Mackay, Australia Aruma Full time

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 children living in Residential Care.

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

Qualifications

- 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)
- 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 may be 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 and help people live their best lives. Visit Aruma’s Careers Page to view current vacancies or register your interest.

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