Experienced Support Worker

At **EddenRose Community Services**, our mission is _Putting People First_. Based in Melbourne, we are a registered NDIS provider committed to delivering quality, person-centred care for people with disability. We specialise in physical and intellectual disability support and pride ourselves on providing reliable, holistic, and individualised services that enhance lives and empower independence.

**About the Role**:
We are looking for an **experienced and compassionate support worker** to work with a bright and energetic 8-year-old NDIS participant living with Autism (Level 2), ADHD, and anxiety.

Support is required:

- **Before school**:

- **After school**:

- **On weekends**

This role involves assisting with self-care routines, emotional and sensory regulation, and safe community participation. You'll be part of a broader care team including occupational therapists, psychologists, and behaviour specialists.

This is a **high-impact role** suited to someone confident, nurturing, emotionally resilient, and committed to creating a safe, structured, and engaging environment for children with complex support needs.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Support daily self-care routines including dressing, toileting, hygiene, and feeding
- Assist with school transitions (mornings and afternoons)
- Implement strategies from allied health professionals, including OT and behaviour specialists
- Promote emotional regulation and support sensory needs
- Supervise safely during community access and recreational activities
- Facilitate social interaction and participation in meaningful activities
- Maintain clear and professional progress notes and communication records
- Liaise regularly with family, professionals, and internal team members
- Contribute to team planning and continuous improvement efforts
- Follow organisational policies, including health, safety, privacy, and client rights

**Essential Criteria**:

- Minimum 2 years of experience in disability support (children and complex needs)
- Certificate IV in Disability or equivalent (required)
- First Aid and CPR (required)
- Working with Children Check - Employer version (required)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (required)
- National Criminal History Check (within 6 months) (required)
- NDIS Worker Orientation Certificate (required)
- Infection Control Training - COVID-19 (required)
- Full Driver’s Licence and access to a **reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle**:

- Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (three doses including booster)
- Strong interpersonal skills with a sense of humour, empathy, and patience
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Demonstrated ability to follow behaviour support plans and therapy goals
- Flexibility to work early mornings, after school, and weekends

**Desirable Skills & Experience**:

- Knowledge of sensory processing needs or the Zones of Regulation
- Familiarity with Positive Behaviour Support Plans
- Experience supporting children through school transitions or community activities
- Physical activity program background (e.g., play-based therapy, sports, movement-based programs)
- Experience working with children with trauma backgrounds
- Confident working independently while reporting regularly to a team

**What You’ll Bring**:

- A passion for empowering young people with disabilities
- Calm under pressure, with a caring and patient approach
- Attention to detail and the ability to document professionally
- An engaging personality who connects easily with children and families
- A growth mindset and willingness to collaborate

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $35.00 - $38.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee mentoring program

Schedule:

- On call

Application Question(s):

- Do you have your own reliable car with full comprehensive car insurance?
- Briefly describe your experience supporting children with Autism (Level 2), ADHD, or behaviours of concern.
- Give a short example of how you’ve followed a behaviour support plan or therapy strategy in your previous role.

**Education**:

- Certificate I - IV (required)

**Experience**:

- disabilities: 4 years (required)

**Language**:

- English fluently with excellent written communication skills (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Full Driver Licence (required)
- Working with Children Check (required)
- First Aid Certification (required)
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module (required)
- NDIS Worker Screening (required)
- National Criminal History Check (within the last 3 months) (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 100% (required)

Work Location: In person