Support Worker

Job ID: OSHC, CSW, or RSW

**Do you love what you do and want to make a difference?**:
Lifely is looking for passionate and committed casual **Support Workers** to join our team across **three support areas**:

- **Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Support Workers** - After-school and school holiday programs for children with disabilities.
- **Community Support Workers** - Person-centred support for people with disabilities in their homes and the community.
- **Residential Support Workers (Supported Independent Living)** - 24/7 care for people living in supported accommodation.

**About Lifely**:
Lifely is a disability service provider with 40 years’ experience supporting regional Australians with a disability and their families.

We have deep roots in the country and believe regional people living with disabilities deserve access to the highest quality participant-centred services.

So, we’re on a mission to provide inclusive high-quality disability and children’s support services in regional and outer metropolitan Victoria, and in border communities in New South Wales, and South Australia.

**About the Roles**:
**Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Support Workers**:
Provide supervision, engagement, and care for school-aged children with disabilities in our high-intensity OSHC program at Kalianna School Bendigo. Facilitate activities including reading, crafts, sports, and excursions. With high educator-to-student ratios and plenty of support, it’s a perfect opportunity for those with experience in education, disability, or care, or those looking to get started in the sector. Find out more about what _‘A Day with Lifely’s OSHC Crew’_ looks like in our Toolkit
- **After School Care**: Mon-Fri, 2:45pm-6:00pm
- **School Holiday Care**: Mon-Fri, 8:00am-6:00pm

**Community Support Workers**:
Deliver flexible, person-centred support to participants in their homes and in the community, including personal care, domestic tasks, social engagement, transport, and skill-building. Support participants 1:1, or as a part of one of our many group programs.
- **Typical Session Times**: Morning (6:00am-11:00am), Afternoon (3:00pm-5:00pm), Evening (6:00pm-9:00pm)
- Preferred availability of at least 3 days per week; Saturday availability preferred

**Residential Support Workers (SIL)**:
Work within a team to provide 24/7 care for participants living in supported accommodation. Build strong relationships, support daily living skills, and uphold person-centred care in a structured environment.
- Sessions available 24/7 including day, night, and sleepover shifts

**About You**:
We welcome applicants with qualifications, relevant experience, or lived experience in disability, aged care, individual support, education, or community services. You will bring:

- A passion for supporting people with disabilities to live their best life
- Adaptability, resilience, and a positive approach to change
- Strong communication, ethics, and a commitment to safety
- Professional presentation and teamwork skills
- _Desired_: completed or working towards a relevant qualification in disability, community services, care, or education.

**Requirements Before Starting**:

- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working with Children Check
- First Aid and CPR Certificates
- NDIS Orientation Certificate
- Current Vaccination Certificate
- Proof of Right to Work in Australia
- **OSHC roles**: Mandatory Reporting Certificate
- **Community & Residential roles**: Driver Licence + Comprehensive Car Insurance

**Pay & Benefits**:

- SCHADS Level 2.1 - from **$43.23/hr** (for casual staff, incl. loading) plus any applicable penalty rates
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Access to ongoing professional development, training, and upskilling programs
- Supportive and inclusive workplace culture with a focus on staff wellbeing
- Flexible shift options to suit work/life balance

**Position Descriptions**:
Please find below links to position descriptions for each role:

- OSHC Support Worker Position Description
- Community Support Worker Position Description
- Residential Support Worker Position Description

**How to Apply**:
Please include:

- **Your preferred department(s)** - OSHC, Community, Residential
- Job Ad Numbers: OSHC, CSW, or RSW
- Application/cover letter addressing the selection criteria in the relevant position description(s)
- Resume

Call**:1300 799 421