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 dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join the friendly, supportive and positive team across Geelong.

What’s in it for you?

• Continuous Growth: We invest in you. With ongoing training opportunities, you'll expand your skills and knowledge, making you an even stronger advocate for positive change.
• Unified Team: Collaborate with a team that's not just supportive, but genuinely caring and passionate about the impact they create. Our accessible management is here to ensure your success.
• Holistic Impact: Your role goes beyond tasks – you'll be an active participant in enhancing the lives of those with disabilities in a residential setting.
• Flexibility: Our unique rostering system, running from Thursday to Wednesday, offers a work-life balance that suits you.

About the role

Are you ready to be a force of positive change in the lives of adults living with disabilities? Are you eager to foster personal growth and make a lasting impact? Look no further! We are seeking reliable and flexible casual workers to join our growing team, where no two days are the same.

Key responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support that caters to the unique needs, preferences, and goals of each resident. Promote their independence and ensure their overall well-being.
• Assist residents with daily activities such as personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and medication management. Your presence will bring comfort and confidence.
• Create a vibrant living environment by planning and facilitating recreational and social activities. Encourage participation and meaningful interactions that promote social connections.
• Be a compassionate listener and a source of emotional support. Your presence and understanding will provide a sense of security and belonging.
• Maintain a clean and organised living space for residents. Assist with household chores, laundry, and other tasks that contribute to a comfortable living environment.
• Maintain accurate and thorough records of daily activities, progress, and incidents. Clear and concise documentation is crucial for effective communication and care continuity.
• Possess the ability to respond calmly and effectively in challenging situations or emergencies. Your quick thinking and problem-solving skills will shine.

Let’s talk about you! Do you have:

A passion for supporting people to live their best lives, highly developed problem-solving skills, effective communication skills, as well as a desire to join and contribute to a positive workplace culture? Then we want to hear from you!

To truly succeed in this role, we ask for:

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

Please attach an updated resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisted candidates will need to be able to attend a group interview being held November 11th 9:30am – 11:30am at our head office in North Geelong.

If successful after the group interview, candidates will be required to attend our two day induction on 26th & 27th November.

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