Support Worker

Join a team that shares BRAVE values
- HEART your work and support people to live life their way
- Salary Packaging, Fitness Passport, EAP, Private Health discounts available

**Support Worker - Home & Living (Casual) | Illawarra**:
**Bring Your Heart to Work**

Are you passionate about making a real difference? Join a team that’s bold, values-driven, and committed to empowering people to live their best lives. As a Support Worker in a Home & Living environment, you’ll be part of something bigger—a movement that champions inclusion, independence, and dignity.

**About the Role**

This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to bring joy, foster independence, and empower people to live life on their terms. As a Support Worker, your positive energy and enthusiasm will help create a warm, engaging environment where participants feel comfortable, connected, and supported.

We need passionate individuals who are ready to support our participants around the clock—whether it's embracing rewarding sleepover shifts, ensuring a safe and welcoming space overnight, or keeping detailed records to provide seamless care. Your commitment makes a difference every hour of the day

**Why You’ll Love Working at Aruma**

Lead with **HEART**:

- Human Rights Warriors - Advocate for dignity, inclusion, and equality.
- Enjoy Life - Create joy-filled moments that matter.
- Awesome Participants - Support individuals to live the life they choose.
- Revolutionary Spirit - Challenge the status quo and make a lasting impact.
- Terrific Teams - Work with like-minded changemakers who share your passion.

A Purpose That Inspires: Help people embrace independence and thrive in their own homes.

Flexible Shifts: Enjoy a work-life balance with shifts that suit your lifestyle.

Amazing Benefits: Access tax-free salary packaging, discounted health insurance, gym memberships & more

Growth & Recognition: Professional development opportunities and BRAVE Awards to celebrate achievements.

**What Your Day Looks Like**
- Empower & Encourage: Support participants to develop skills and achieve personal goals.
- Personal Care with Dignity: Assist with hygiene, meals, and household tasks while respecting choice and preference.
- Build Connections: Foster inclusion through hobbies, social activities, and community events.
- Champion Inclusion: Create a welcoming and supportive environment where every individual is valued.
- Celebrate Success: Recognise and encourage progress—every step matters.
- Own the Details: Keep accurate, clear, and timely records that make a real difference in delivering top-quality care.
- Sleepovers with Purpose: Be a trusted presence overnight, ensuring safety and peace of mind while supporting independence.

**What Makes You a Great Fit?**
- Passionate - Supporting people is your calling.
- Inclusive - You champion diversity and individuality.
- Empathetic - Building trust and relationships comes naturally to you.
- Flexible & Committed - Ready for a varied roster that includes active and/or sleepover shifts and availability to meet participant needs.
- Detail-Oriented & Organised - You excel at accurate record-keeping, ensuring smooth communication and compliance.
- Qualified - CPR and First Aid Certificate, NDIS Worker Screening Check, National Police Check (or willing to obtain).
- Driver’s License & Insured Vehicle - Essential for supporting community engagement.

**Why Aruma?**
- HEART-Centred Culture: Feel supported and celebrated.
- Career Development: Access training and growth opportunities.
- Wellness First: Enjoy wellness resources and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Financial Perks: Access up to $15,900 tax-free for living expenses & $2,650 for meals.
- Life-Changing Impact: Help people live the life they choose—every day.

**Our Commitment to Inclusion**

At Aruma, human rights, respect, and equality are for everyone. We welcome people of all backgrounds to join our team and champion inclusion and empowerment.

**Ready to Make an Impact?**

Note: Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and complete pre-employment probity checks.