Expression of Interest: Disability Support Worker

2 weeks ago


Kunat Victoria, Australia Aruma Full time $80,000 - $100,000 per year

About Us
At Aruma, we champion diversity, inclusion, and human rights. Our mission is to empower individuals to live the life they choose, with dignity and respect. As a
BRAVE
organisation:
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old,
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espectful,
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uthentic,
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aluing Teamwork, and striving for
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xcellence—we're proud to be trailblazers in the disability support sector.

About The Role
As a Support Worker at Aruma, you'll empower people with disabilities to live the life they choose. Working across home, community, and supported accommodation settings, you'll provide tailored support that promotes independence, inclusion, and personal growth. From daily living assistance to helping build social connections, your work will make a meaningful difference. It will be guided by individual goals and delivered in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

If you're based in a remote or regional area, you may also be eligible for additional salary packaging benefits. See below for details.

Key Responsibilities

  • Delivering high-quality support services to customers with disabilities.
  • Assisting clients in their daily living activities, such as personal care, mobility, and skill development.
  • Promoting community integration and supporting clients in accessing social and recreational activities.
  • Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualised support plans.
  • Encouraging independence and empowering clients to achieve their personal goals.
  • Advocating for the rights and needs of individuals with disabilities.

Benefits of working with Aruma
Financial Benefits

  • Salary packaging: Up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment—tax free.
  • Discounted health insurance via Bupa.

Remote Area Benefits

Employees based in eligible remote or regional areas may access additional salary packaging options, including:

  • Remote area housing assistance (rent or mortgage interest)
  • Remote area fuel and travel benefits
  • Increased tax savings through extended packaging options

Eligibility is based on location and individual circumstances, in line with ATO guidelines.
Wellbeing & Support

  • Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Includes Money Assist, Legal Assist, Family Assist, and Nutrition/Lifestyle Assist.
  • Fitness Passport: Subsidised gym membership.

Recognition & Growth

  • BRAVE Reviews and annual BRAVE Awards.
  • Meaningful work in a values-driven organisation.

About You

  • You're passionate about human rights and driven to make a positive impact.
  • You bring empathy, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset.
  • You're ready to meet regulatory requirements and contribute to a diverse, inclusive team where every voice matters.
  • Candidates with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Your lived experience is valued and helps us build a more inclusive world.

We encourage early applications as we will be shortlisting throughout the advertising period. If you're ready to make a difference,
apply now
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if you require further information.

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Shortlisted applications will be required to undergo pre-employment probity checks. We will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised date.



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