Female Support Worker – Casual

1 week ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Dahlia Homes Full time $80,800 - $87,840 per year

Position Type: Casual

Gender Specific: Female* (Due to the nature of client needs and preferences)

Work Type: Community access & in-home supports across various locations

Availability: Flexible availability (including some weekends or evenings preferred)

*This position is open to female applicants only, in line with Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Role Overview

As a Support Worker, you will empower individuals living with disability to live as independently as possible. You'll provide personal care, social and community participation, and daily living support based on each client's unique goals and needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver in-home support such as personal care, meal preparation, and domestic assistance
  • Support clients to access the community, appointments, or social activities
  • Follow individualised care plans and document progress notes accurately
  • Build positive, respectful relationships with clients and their families
  • Ensure a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment at all times

Skills & Attributes:

  • Compassionate, reliable, and client-focused
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and adapt to different support needs
  • Understanding of person-centred and trauma-informed practice

Essential Requirements:

  • Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, or equivalent
  • Working with Vulnerable People Card
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check
  • Police Check (current)
  • First Aid & CPR
  • Driver's License & access to a reliable vehicle
  • COVID-19 Vaccination (as per health requirements)

Why Join Dahlia Homes?

  • Supportive, inclusive, and growing team environment
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • A chance to make a real impact in people's lives
  • Opportunity to grow with a provider that values compassion, respect, and quality

How to Apply

To express your interest, please send your resume and a brief cover letter to:

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $39.00 – $42.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 35 per week

Benefits:

  • Travel reimbursement

Experience:

  • Disability or Health Care: 1 year (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driver Licence (Required)
  • Working with Vulnerable People Registration (Preferred)
  • First Aid and CPR Certificate (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

  • Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

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