Disability Support Worker (DDSO1/1Q)

Disability Support Worker (DDSO1/1Q) – Colac

For over 70 years, Scope Aust has supported people with complex disabilities to empower them to live the life they choose, guided by the belief that everyone deserves to belong and thrive. As one of Australia’s largest not-for-profit disability service providers, we operate across Victoria and New South Wales, supporting over 5,600 people from 425+ locations.

We are seeking vibrant and dedicated individuals who have a passion for creating meaningful opportunities for people with disability to belong and thrive.

• Provide warm, respectful, person-centred support that promotes dignity and independence
• Follow behaviour support strategies, routines, and safety procedures consistently
• Support participants with daily living, personal care, health routines, and community access
• Use calm communication and effective de-escalation to manage behaviours of concern
• Work confidently and independently while following structured support plans
• Maintain clear documentation and communicate effectively with the wider team
• Bring patience, reliability, and a calm, supportive approach to every shift

• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and overnight (active/sleepover).
• NDIS Worker Screening Check & Working with Children Check.
• Current Level 2 First Aid & CPR Certificate.
• Full Victorian driver’s licence
• Certificate IV in Disability desirable.
• Valid Australian working rights and international police check (if applicable).

• Salary benefits and conditions based on the Disability Services Enterprise Agreement Victoria 2018-2022, with membership to HACSU (Health and Community Services Union)
• Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 per year tax free in addition to your standard tax-free threshold for salary)
• Purchased Leave Scheme (gives you the opportunity to purchase up to four weeks additional leave on top of your existing four-week Annual Leave entitlement)
• Employee Assistance Program (free confidential support and advice for workplace and personal issues)
• You will have access to cashback, vouchers, and discounts to over 500 popular retailers covering groceries, fuel, entertainment, wellbeing and so much more. 
• Your journey will commence with a paid, thorough orientation and you have the opportunity for a diverse career pathway. We have a team committed to helping you nurture your potential and grow your career with our training and development programs.

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