Disability Support Workers

Carehero is one of Australia’s newest disability care providers specialising in High and Complex Care to individuals living in their own homes. With offices across Australia, we are bringing something new to the industry and right now, we are looking for one exceptional person to join our team in a key leadership role.

At Carehero, we live and breathe transparency, continuous learning, development, and pursuing excellence and joy in everything we do. Our clients entrust us with their day-to-day lives, and we take that responsibility seriously. We deliver care with integrity, professionalism, and heart.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking dedicated support workers who are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of the people they support.

About the Role

Carehero is seeking experienced and highly skilled Disability Support Workers to join a specialist support team in Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs.

This casual position involves supporting a young man with severe spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy and highly complex medical needs within his family home. This is a rewarding opportunity for support workers who are passionate about delivering exceptional care and who are confident working within a complex clinical environment.

Due to the complexity of supports required, this role is best suited to experienced disability support workers who are committed to providing safe, person-centered care and are willing to undertake a structured training and competency program.

What You'll Be Doing

• Providing high-level personal care and complex disability support

• Assisting with transfers using hoists, slings and specialised equipment

• Supporting respiratory management and positioning requirements

• Assisting with overnight supports and monitoring

• Supporting community access and participation where appropriate

• Working closely with the participant's family, nursing team and allied health professionals

• Following detailed support plans, emergency procedures and clinical protocols

• Maintaining accurate records and progress notes

• Participating in ongoing training and competency assessments

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 12 months experience in disability support, complex care or healthcare settings

• Experience supporting participants with high physical support needs highly regarded

• Confidence working within structured care plans and clinical environments

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to remain calm and responsive during emergency situations

• Commitment to providing safe, respectful and person-centered supports

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check

• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate

• Full Australian Driver's License

• Current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)

What We Offer

• Competitive above-award rates

• Comprehensive paid training and shadow shifts

• Ongoing clinical and nursing support

• Opportunities to develop specialist complex care skills

• Flexible rostering arrangements

• Supportive and experienced leadership team

• Meaningful work that makes a genuine difference in someone's life

If you are passionate about supporting people with complex needs and want to be part of a highly skilled and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.