Full job description

Unmatched Support Services is seeking compassionate, reliable, and experienced Disability Support Workers in Colac, VIC, to join a new support team providing high-quality, person-centred care to a participant with complex support needs.

The participant requires support related to mental health, autism, psychosocial disability, and cerebral palsy. We are looking for dedicated individuals who can promote independence, dignity, safety, and meaningful community participation.

About the Role

You will provide consistent, respectful, and person-centred support tailored to the participant’s individual needs, preferences, and goals.

This position operates on a 24-hour roster, including 8-hour inactive overnight shifts. Applicants must be flexible and willing to work across day, evening, and overnight shifts as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support based on the participant’s individual needs and care requirements.
• Assist with daily living activities and promote independence.
• Support the participant’s emotional wellbeing, mental health, and community participation.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive environment.
• Follow individual support plans, workplace procedures, and professional boundaries.
• Communicate effectively with the participant and the wider support team.
• Maintain accurate documentation and report any changes or concerns appropriately.

About You

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience supporting people with complex disabilities, autism, psychosocial disability, mental health conditions, or physical disabilities.
• Ideally have experience supporting individuals with cerebral palsy and complex support needs.
• Demonstrate patience, empathy, reliability, and a calm approach to challenging situations.
• Understand the importance of participant dignity, choice, independence, and professional boundaries.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be confident working independently and collaboratively within a support team.
• Be available for a 24-hour roster, including inactive overnight shifts.
• Meet the participant-specific requirement for English as their first language.

Essential Requirements

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Working with Children Check (WWCC), where applicable.
• Relevant Disability or Community Services qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Valid Australian working rights.

Highly Desirable:

• Current Australian driver’s licence.
• Reliable vehicle for travel to and from shifts.
• Previous experience supporting participants with cerebral palsy or complex support needs.

Why Join Unmatched Support Services?

• Competitive hourly rates of $38–$42.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a participant’s life.
• Become part of a supportive and dedicated team.
• Opportunity to contribute to consistent, person-centred care.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about disability support and believe you have the skills, experience, and flexibility required for this role, we would love to hear from you!

Please send your resume to: recruitment@unmatchedsupports.com.au