At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate support to individuals with disabilities in daily living activities.
- Company: Buddies Community Access Network, a family-owned NDIS provider in Ballarat.
- Benefits: Flexible work-life balance, mental health support, and penalty rates where applicable.
- Other info: Join a friendly team that values genuine connections and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience in disability support and a calm, patient approach.
The predicted salary is between 19.8 - 24.2 $ per hour.
Buddies Community Access Network is a family‑owned, values‑driven registered NDIS provider supporting people with disabilities across Ballarat and surrounds. We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Disability Support Worker to provide support within our Supported Independent Living (SIL) services.
This role involves delivering person-centred support that promotes independence, wellbeing, dignity, and quality of life. You will provide consistent, responsive care while building positive relationships with participants, families, and support networks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide person-centred support with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, and attending appointments.
- Assist participants to access their community, maintain social connections, and engage in recreational activities.
- Safely transport participants to appointments, programs, community activities, and outings.
- Promote participants' emotional wellbeing, independence, and quality of life.
- Complete shift notes, incident reports, and other documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain compliance with NDIS requirements, organisational policies, procedures, and mandatory training.
- Build positive, respectful, and trusting relationships with participants and their support networks.
- Respond to changes in behaviour with empathy, professionalism, and a calm, supportive approach.
- Support individuals living with dementia and/or cognitive and physical impairments with confidence, patience, and understanding.
- Remain attentive, proactive, and responsive throughout night shifts when required.
About You:
- Calm, patient, and adaptable in your approach.
- Confident supporting people with a range of disabilities, complex needs, and individual support requirements.
- Able to respond to changing situations and behaviours with empathy, professionalism, and good judgement.
- Reliable and flexible, with availability to work a variety of shifts including sleepovers and active nights.
- Attentive to participant wellbeing and able to remain alert and responsive during overnight supports.
- Passionate about building positive relationships and supporting people to live fulfilling and independent lives.
- Committed to delivering consistent, high-quality, person-centred support.
Previous experience supporting people living with dementia or cognitive impairments is highly regarded.
Must-Haves:
- Valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle.
- Employee Working With Children Check.
- Willingness to obtain an NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- Smartphone.
Preferable Skills (Not essential — but great to have!):
- Experience supporting people with disabilities, mental health needs, or complex behaviours of concern.
- Experience using hoists and other mobility and transfer aids.
- Availability to work weekends, sleepovers, and active night shifts.
Why Join Buddies C.A.N?
- Supportive, inclusive, family‑focused workplace.
- Flexible work‑life balance.
- EAP Assist - mental health and wellbeing support.
- Penny rates where applicable.
- A role where you’re valued, appreciated, and genuinely making a difference.
Disability Support Worker in Ballarat employer: Buddies Community Access Network
Buddies Community Access Network is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and inclusive work culture, making it an ideal place for those passionate about helping others. Located in Ballarat, our family-owned organisation offers flexible work-life balance, mental health support, and the opportunity to build meaningful relationships while making a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities. Join us to be part of a dedicated team where your contributions are valued and appreciated.
Contact Details:
Buddies Community Access Network Recruitment Team
