Job Description

Please note that our offices will be closed from 2:00 PM on Tuesday, 24th December, and will reopen on Monday, 6th January. Applications will be reviewed in the new year.

Do you love working with people living with a disability?

Do you thrive in a challenging environment?

Do you want to work for a successful, highly regarded, and well-established local disability service provider?

We are expanding our Supported Independent Living (SIL) team in Bendigo and seeking a team of dedicated, passionate, and committed Residential Support Workers to provide direct care to our Supported Independent Living Participants.

The successful candidates will be part of a team providing 24/7 individual support and care to Participants, contributing to a person-centred care model that goes above and beyond. Every day you will be making a positive difference and building a relationship with a Participant. You’ll be given ongoing personal and professional development opportunities in a positive and supportive workplace culture.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our growing organisation. Remuneration commencing at $41.76 per hour for casual employees. 

Availability is required for at least 4 days during the week/weekend from 3pm until 10pm with at least 2 of these days requiring overnight shifts from 3pm until at least 9am the following morning.

The ideal candidates for these positions will have:

• A qualification or experience in Disability Services/Aged Care/Individual Support/Home and Community Care or similar field. Applicants with lived experience are also encouraged to apply.
• Strong ethics and genuine approach towards participant dignity and safety and Work Health and Safety.
• Adaptability, flexibility, resilience and respond positively to change.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Well-developed conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
• Dedication to their job and their team.
• Good presentation and a professional attitude.

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you!

You must be willing to provide the following prior to starting work:  

• NDIS Worker Screening Check  
• Working with Children Check  
• First Aid and CPR Certificates  
• NDIS Orientation Certificate  
• Driver Licence  
• Comprehensive Car Insurance  
• COVID vaccination (including first booster)  
• Proof of Right to work in Australia  

How to Apply:  

Please include:  

• Job Ad Number: RSW-BGO
• Application letter addressing the selection criteria listed in the position description: Residential Support Worker Position Description
• Resume  
• Proof of Australian Citizenship or Work Visa (e.g., birth certificate, passport, visa, etc.)  
• Completed Availability Form: Availability Form  

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For further information, please contact Human Resources on 1300 799 421 or recruit@lifely.org.au. 

Lifely is an equal opportunity employer, a Child Safe organization and upholds zero tolerance to abuse and neglect. We promote the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.