About us:

At Gateways, we all have one thing in common: the passion to support people with a disability and make every day better. The Gateways Support Services vision is to provide support for children and adults with a disability and their families to maximise their quality of life. We are looking for experienced and enthusiastic individuals to join our team in Lara.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary packaging option to increase take-home pay
• Ongoing training opportunities
• Collaborating with a supportive, caring, and passionate team
• Accessible and approachable management
• Extensive training opportunities, including positive behavioural support and ethical response.
• 2-day induction program

About the role:

In the capacity of a Residential Support Worker, you will provide extensive support to individuals with disabilities within a residential setting, covering tasks such as personal care, meal assistance, hoisting, and transfers.

At Gateways we work on a fortnightly, Week 1 / Week 2 roster, our work weeks run Thursday to Wednesday. Roster details are below:

Line A (37 hours)

Week 1:

Thursday: 6am – 9am (3 hours)
Tuesday: 9am – 2pm (5 hours)

Week 2:

Friday: 9am – 2pm (5 hours)
Saturday: 9am – 2pm (5 hours)
Sunday: 2pm – 10pm (8 hours) & sleepover
Monday: 6am – 9am (3 hours)
Wednesday: 2pm – 10pm (8 hours)

Line B (38 hours)

Week 1:

Thursday: 2pm – 10pm (8 hours) & sleepover
Friday: 6am – 9am (3 hours)
Saturday: 2pm – 10pm (8 hours) & sleepover
Sunday: 6am – 9am (3 hours)

Week 2:

Thursday: 6am – 9am (3 hours)
Monday: 9am – 2pm (5 hours)

Line C (38 hours)

Week 1:

Friday: 2pm – 10pm (8 hours) & sleepover
Saturday: 6am – 9am (3 hours)
Sunday: 2pm – 10pm (8 hours) & sleepover

Week 2:

Sunday: 9am – 2pm (5 hours)
Tuesday: 2pm – 10pm (8 hours) & sleepover
Wednesday: 6am – 9am (3 hours)

Line D (37 hours)

Week 1:

Sunday: 9am – 2pm (5 hours)
Wednesday: 9am – 2pm (5 hours)

Week 2:

Thursday: 2pm – 10pm (8 hours) & sleepover
Friday: 6am – 9am (3 hours)
Saturday: 2pm – 10pm (8 hours) & sleepover
Sunday: 6am – 9am (3 hours)
Wednesday: 9am – 2pm (5 hours)

Line E (42 hours)

Week 1:

Friday: 9am – 2pm (5 hours)
Saturday: 9am – 2pm (5 hours)
Monday: 2pm – 10pm (8 hours) & sleepover
Tuesday: 6am – 9am (3 hours)

Week 2:

Thursday: 9am – 2pm (5 hours)
Friday: 2pm – 10pm (8 hours) & sleepover
Saturday: 6am – 9am (3 hours)
Tuesday: 9am – 2pm (5 hours)

Let’s talk about you!

Do you have a strong dedication to helping individuals lead fulfilling lives, excellent problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, and a keen desire to be a part of and enhance a positive workplace atmosphere? If so, we encourage you to get in touch with us!

Please note that the following compliance documents are required if successful for the role:

• NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance (or willingness to obtain one)
• NDIS Workers Orientation Module (certificate of completion)
• Employee Working with Children Check (Victorian)
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate
• Valid Victorian Driver's License
• Qualification in Disability, Community Services, Social Work or equivalent (desirable)

Please attach an updated resume and cover letter (clearly outlining which line you are applying for) to your application.

To request a position description, please email [email protected], using the subject line: Residential Support Worker enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Child safety and wellbeing is embedded in Gateways leadership, governance, and culture. We have zero tolerance of child abuse. We have vigorous recruitment and screening processes for all employees and volunteers.

Gateways welcome applications from all diverse backgrounds including individuals that identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQ+, and individuals with disabilities or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We're eager to welcome dynamic individuals to our team and want to ensure we don't miss out on great talent. To expedite our hiring process, we'll be assessing applicants as we receive their submissions. Therefore, we encourage all interested candidates to submit their applications without delay.