At a Glance
- Tasks: Empower individuals with disabilities to live independently and engage in community activities.
- Company: Gateways Support Services, a diverse team passionate about supporting people with disabilities.
- Benefits: Above award rates, generous leave entitlements, ongoing training, and personal development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a team that values diversity and fosters belonging.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills, emotional intelligence, and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
At Gateways Support Services we walk alongside children, young people and adults with disability and their families to help build independence, confidence and connection. Our services span early childhood intervention, respite, skill development, independent living, specialist care, and more, always shaped around the needs of each individual.
We are a diverse team united by a shared passion for supporting people with disability and making every day a better day. Guided by our values of Commitment, Opportunity, Respect, Excellence and Empathy, everything we do is about creating safe, high-quality supports that help people thrive and enjoy a better quality of life.
Working as a Residential Support Worker at our service in Whittington you will empower the people we support to live independently and participate in the community. Providing hands-on support while ensuring a safe, inclusive and empowering environment, you will become an integral part of their care team.
Duties will include:
- Assisting with personal care, daily living tasks and household duties.
- Supporting community participation, social engagement and recreational activities.
- Encouraging independence by helping build skills and achieve goals.
- Building meaningful relationships to provide person-centred support.
- Maintaining accurate and thorough records of activities, progress and incidents.
What you will bring to the role:
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to problem solve.
- Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to accurately record case notes.
- Ability to work cohesively in a team environment.
- A passion for supporting people to live their best lives.
- Current CPR, First Aid, Working with Children Check, NDIS Check & completion of the NDIS Workers Orientation Module (or willingness to obtain).
- Victorian drivers licence.
Roster:
At Gateways Support Services, we work on a fortnightly Week 1 / Week 2 roster, running Thursday to Wednesday.
Why Gateways?
At Gateways you will find more than a job - you will find purpose. Every role contributes to safe, high-quality supports and positive outcomes for people with disability and their families. You will be part of a team that celebrates individuality, fosters belonging and creates opportunities to learn and grow.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, and people with disability.
Child safety is embedded in our culture. Gateways are proud to be a child safe organisation with zero tolerance for child abuse.
Residential Support Worker Whittington in Geelong employer: Gateways Support Services
Gateways Support Services is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive team environment where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities. With flexible shifts and opportunities for personal and professional growth, working in Camperdown allows you to contribute to a community-focused mission while enjoying a rewarding career path.
