Community Services Support Worker

At Gateways Support Services we walk alongside children, young people and adults with disability and their families to help build independence, confidence and connection. Our services span early childhood intervention, respite, skill development, independent living, specialist care, and more, always shaped around the needs of each individual.

We are a diverse team of mountain bike riders, comedians, skiers, surfers, gamers, movie buffs, musicians, cat people, dog people and more. What unites us is a shared passion for supporting people with disability and making every day a better day. Guided by our values of Commitment, Opportunity, Respect, Excellence and Empathy, everything we do is about creating safe, high-quality supports that help people thrive and enjoy a better quality of life.

About The Role

As a Community Services Support Worker at Gateways, you will provide person-centred support to people with disability to build independence, develop everyday living skills, and achieve their individual goals. You will work across a variety of shifts in Werribee and surrounding areas, supporting meaningful participation and connection within the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Support people to develop everyday living skills, increase independence, and work towards their individual goals.
• Facilitate participation in community activities and support the development of social and community connections.
• Apply Person-Centred Active Support principles to promote meaningful engagement in daily activities.
• Provide safe and reliable transport to and from activities and appointments as required.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including case notes, incident reporting, and other required records.

What you will bring to the role

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to problem-solve in day-to-day support situations.
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to build respectful and supportive relationships.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Commitment to person-centred practice and supporting people to live full and inclusive lives.
• Current CPR, First Aid, Working with Children Check, NDIS Check & completion of the NDIS Workers Orientation Module (or willingness to obtain)
• Victorian drivers licence

Why Gateways?

At Gateways you will find more than a job - you will find purpose. Every role contributes to safe, high-quality supports and positive outcomes for people with disability and their families. You will be part of a team that celebrates individuality, fosters belonging and creates opportunities to learn and grow.

• Ongoing training and personal development opportunities
• Extensive two-day induction program
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 per year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free flu vaccinations

For further information and/or to request a position description, please email ***email_hidden***

Please include an updated resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

At Gateways, we know that diversity makes us stronger and belonging makes us better. We want every team member to feel safe, respected and valued for who they are.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, and people with disability.

If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process so you can show us your best self, please let us know. We want this experience to be fair, inclusive and accessible for everyone.

Child safety is embedded in our culture. Gateways are proud to be a child safe organisation with zero tolerance for child abuse.