Support Worker - (Casual)
Are you passionate about empowering individuals with disabilities? Do you thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment? Lion & Mouse is looking for compassionate and dedicated Disability Support Workers to provide assistance, includng overnight and sleepover assistance to our valued clients.
In this role, you’ll be making a real impact—helping people maintain independence, feel safe, and enjoy meaningful connections. If you have the skills, enthusiasm, and commitment to deliver high-quality care, we’d love to have you on our team.
Job Type : Casual
- Location : Wyndham, Melbourne
- Working days : Varies
- Application Deadline : 30 November 2025
- Experience Required : 6+ Months
What you'll get to do...
Provide high-quality support to individuals living with disabilities.
- Assist with personal care, including hygiene, dressing, and mobility assistance.
Support clients with daily living tasks, such as meal preparation and household duties.
Ensure a safe and comfortable environment during night shifts.
Engage in meaningful social interactions to enhance the well-being of clients.
Monitor and respond to any overnight needs or emergencies.
Transport participants as required, ensuring safe travel.
Maintain accurate progress notes and document client interactions.
Follow individual support plans to ensure quality care.
Work collaboratively with other support staff, healthcare professionals, and families.
Uphold NDIS standards and best practices in disability support.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
Cert III or IV in Disability, Community, Aged Care Support, or Individual Support. Nursing students with 6-8 weeks of nursing placement experience are encouraged to apply.
Minimum 6 months of recent experience in disability, community, hospital, or aged care settings.
Current Australian Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle with insurance.
NDIS Worker Screening.
Current First Aid and CPR certificate or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
Hold a Working with Children Check and an NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
Willingness to undergo a National Police Check upon employment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A ‘can do’ attitude with a proactive and supportive approach.
Availability for overnight and sleepover shifts.
You will also have...
Strong problem-solving skills to adapt to clients’ individual needs.
Ability to build trusting and positive relationships with clients and their families.
Conflict resolution skills to manage challenging situations calmly and professionally.
Patience, compassion, and a genuine desire to support others.
Cultural awareness and sensitivity when working with diverse clients.
High level of emotional intelligence to navigate complex social interactions.
- A genuine desire for training, education and continuous improvement.
Great Benefits...
Ongoing regular shifts with rosters created in advance.
Work for a great organisation that supports you – where safety, care, equality, and service come first.
Mobile app management for client visits, task lists, rosters, progress notes, availability, and time sheets.
Supportive team available 7 days a week to assist you.
Access to ongoing training and development opportunities.
SCHADS award, paid fortnightly.
If you have the heart of a lion and the kindness of a mouse, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and help us create a world where everyone receives the support they deserve.