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Advanced Disability Support Worker (DDSO2A)

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 a vibrant and dedicated individual with an Advanced Diploma who has a passion for creating meaningful opportunities for people with disability to belong and thrive.

This is a permanent full time position based in Warrnambool working a 73 hour and 79 hour split fortnight.

About the role:

Position Description: Advanced DSW 2 and 2A Position Description

• 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

What you'll need:

• You will be required to possess an Advanced Diploma in Disability/Community Sector Management or equivalent to meet the criteria for this role (Qualifications equivalence) 
• Availability to work all below listed shifts.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check & Working with Children Check.
• Current Level 2 First Aid & CPR Certificate.
• Valid Australian working rights and international police check (if applicable).

What's in it for you?

• 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.

View our stance on inclusion, diversity and human rights.

Scope (Aust) is a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

Roster:

Week 1:

Tuesday: 6am – 9:30am split shift 3pm – 10pm sleepover

Wednesday: 6am – 9am split shift 3pm – 10pm sleepover

Thursday: 6am – 9am

Saturday: 8am – 7pm

Week 2:

Sunday: 8am – 7pm

Monday: 6am – 9:30am split shift 3pm – 8pm

Wednesday: 6am – 11am split shift 2pm – 7pm

Thursday: 6am – 7pm

Week 3:

Monday: 6am – 9:30am split shift 3pm – 8pm

Tuesday: 6am – 9:30am split shift 2pm – 7pm

Thursday: 6am – 9:30am split shift 3pm – 10pm sleepover

Friday: 6am – 9am

Saturday: 8am – 7pm

Week 4:

Sunday: 8am – 7pm

Monday: 3pm – 8pm

Wednesday: 6am – 11am split shift 3pm – 10pm sleepover

Thursday: 6am – 9am split shift 3pm – 10pm sleepover

Friday: 6am – 9am