Melba Support Services are actively recruiting for Part-time Disability Support Workers to join our team in Lilydale.
You will work alongside an engaged, committed, and expert team to ensure the people we support lead happy and fulfilling lives.
At Melba, our culture, supports, and frameworks are all built on a foundation of human rights and zero tolerance for the abuse or neglect of people with disabilities. You will join an organisation truly committed to the people we support, our community and the people that work with us.

We are looking for individuals with a diverse range of experience including:

• People currently working in the sector or have experience caring for family members, friends, or community members,
• Young people looking to establish a career that is rewarding and secure
• People who may be retired, stay-at-home parents, or been on a career break and looking to return to work.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A passion for enabling and working with people
• Desire for meaningful work and comfortable providing people with daily living support
• Willingness to learn new skills, undertake ongoing training
• Willingness to work as part of a team

• Implement support plans based on supported person’s needs, preferences, and interests
• Help with all aspects of daily living from getting up in the morning to going to bed at night
• Aid people to get to their chosen activities like social events, work, and appointments
• Promote personal choice and control for the person
• Assist with personal care & hygiene and household duties like cleaning, cooking, and washing
• Administer medication