Disability Support Worker

Disability Support Worker
Patricia Larkin House – Bendigo(VIC)
Casual Basis

Work with an organisation committed to social justice
Wintringham promotes ongoing training and professional excellence.
Competitive remuneration: dependent on qualifications & experience + 25% casual loading + superannuation
Casual Basis allowing for flexibility
Based at our Patricia Larkin House in Bendigo (VIC)

Who are we?
Wintringham is a specialist not-for-profit organisation providing an extensive range of aged care, housing and related support services to men and women aged 50-plus who have been homeless or at risk of homelessness. We employ over 1000 staff and operate from multiple offices across Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Our dedicated NDIS team is passionate about helping Wintringham Housing participants living with a disability and supported by an NDIS plan to live independently and confidently. We support clients with daily tasks, personal care when needed, and help them build skills, strengthen community connections, and access the services they need.

Your new role
An opportunity is available for a proactive and experienced Disability Support Worker to support NDIS participants with daily living tasks, capacity building, community engagement, and personal care as needed. This casual role is ideal for candidates with a background in Disability Services, Individual Support, or Aged/Home Care, and relevant qualifications. Based at our Patricia Larkin House in Bendigo(VIC), this position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a positive impact through a person-centred, strengths-based approach.

Your duties and responsibilities and duties include:
Supporting participants to develop daily living skills such as cooking, budgeting, and shopping through coaching and confidence-building
Supporting participants to build confidence and skills to develop social networks and connections
Assisting participants to access appropriate leisure options in partnership with recreation workers and other supports
Accompanying participants on outings and provide direct care and support as needed
Delivering individualised support to people with psychosocial and other disabilities, promoting skill development and meaningful participation in chosen activities
Applying a strengths-based, person-centred, recovery-oriented approach in all interactions
Using a trauma-informed practice framework when supporting people with complex needs

We are looking for candidates with the following:
Minimum: Certificate III in Disability OR Individual Support, Aged or Home Care
First Aid Certificate – Level 2
Current driver’s license and own reliable car with comprehensive insurance, (suitable for transporting clients)
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders
Demonstrated experience and understanding of the needs of people with disability and housing related vulnerabilities
A flexible and solution-focused approach to problem solving
Ability to work autonomously, use initiative and be self-motivated
Ability to be patient, creative and innovative
Understanding of disability-related legislation, person-centred planning principles, and best practices for supporting individuals with complex needs
Competence in delivering personal care
Understanding of public and community housing settings and the challenges experienced by people with a disability in these types of accommodation
Experience in working with vulnerable older persons

What is in it for you?
We are committed to offering an enjoyable, safe and flexible workplace that provides a work-life balance. When you are working with Wintringham, you will have access to the following benefits:
Access to exclusive not-for-profit salary packaging: salary package your personal expenses up to the amount of $15,+00.
Flexible working hours: Where possible, we will offer flexible working hours that suit your life.
Continuous development: we believe in giving our staff the skills they need and will keep you up to date with yearly qualifications such as behaviour management, first aid, CPR and manual handling. We offer many growth opportunities and have a strong internal recruitment program.
Free access to wellbeing services + discounts to retailers: When you are employed at Wintringham, you will have access to our Employee Assistance Program, Staff wellbeing portal as well as discounts to some of Australia’s leading retailers
This sounds great! How do I apply?
For more information about this exciting role, you can view copy of the Position Description here

Applications can be addressed to Tim Carter and submitted via our website.

Please submit a brief Cover Letter introducing yourself and why you are suited to the role to accompany your CV.

Please upload your documents in PDF Format

Applications close on Monday 7th of July 2025 at 5pm.

We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences, our Inclusion Statement may be accessed here. We encourage applications from First Nations people, people living with disability, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@wintringham.org.au

Successful applicants may be required to undergo a NDIS Worker Screening Check and Police Records check. Refusal to provide your information to both parties will prevent Wintringham from being able to continue with your application.

Applicants who have lived in a country other than Australia for a period longer than 12 months in the last 10 years may be required to undergo an International Police Check.

Successful candidates will be required to comply with the Wintringham Health and Immunisation policy including having one dose of a COVID-1+ vaccine as well as the 2025 Influenza Immunisation before commencing employment, and must provide evidence.