ABOUT US

Pride Disability Services is a small, values-based organisation that is passionate about supporting NDIS participants from the LGBTQIA+ and Gender Diverse communities to reach their goals and live full lives.

We are here to make a difference by connecting people who have shared interests and values in the provision of support and care. Pride Disability Services is committed to delivering a highly personal, responsive, and client-centred service under the NDIS Framework.

We acknowledge and celebrate the sexual orientation, gender diversity and individual rights and values of people with disability.

We are currently seeking passionate members of the LGBTQIA+ community or advocates of the community to work with us as Disability Support Workers.

We are seeking Disability Support Workers for the South-East region of Melbourne. Participants are located in Somerville, Frankston, Narre Warren, Hampton Park, Doveton, Springvale & surrounds.

REQUIREMENTS

• Non-judgmental, empathetic, sympathetic and a positive and interactive attitude with great initiative and communication
• Demonstrated understanding of gender and sexual diversity.
• Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19
• National Police Clearance- within 6 months
• Valid Working with Children’s Check
• NDIS worker's screening clearance
• Current First Aid & CPR
• Experience in Mental health (Preferred)
• Driver’s license and reliable transport (Highly preferred)
• Certificate IV in Disability (or similar field)
• Minimum of 15 hours of availability, Monday to Friday. Occasional weekends available.

ABOUT YOU

Fabulous communication and interpersonal skills, ability to be adaptable and flexible in challenging situations, reliable and compassionate.

Initiative to advocate for your clients to ensure that the best level of support is provided and your client in return feels part of the Pride Disability Services community.

Be the reason someone smiles and achieves their goals every day with a rewarding and enjoyable role as a disability support worker.

BENEFITS

• Flexible hours
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Be who you are, support your clients in being who they are and be PROUD
• Sense of belonging, PRIDE and achievement
• Work life balance that can be adaptable to your changing needs
• Salary: SCHADS Award rates