Personal Support Worker

genU · Warrnambool VIC 3280 · Casual/Holiday
Posted 15d ago

Personal Support Worker

KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Support individuals with disabilities to live independently and safely.
  • Provide personal care and assistance with daily living tasks.
  • Facilitate community access and skill development opportunities.

Location: Warrnambool - Gunditjmara Country, Victoria
Salary: From $34.58 per hour + applicable loading (Level 2 – Victorian Disability Services (NGO) Agreement 2019)
Employment Status: Casual
Job Number: 3640

Hey you!

genU is seeking passionate and supportive Personal Support Workers in the Warrnambool area who are committed to empowering people with disability to live independently, build confidence, and achieve their goals.

At genU, we’re a profit-for-purpose organisation, reinvesting our success back into programs to create real social impact. From disability and aged care support to community-focused initiatives, we’re here to help people live their best lives.

What you’ll do

As a Personal Support Worker, you’ll support people to live safely, independently, and with dignity by providing:

  • Personal and self-care support including hygiene, dressing, eating and meal preparation
  • Light domestic assistance and support with daily living tasks
  • Community access support including transport, shopping, and social outings
  • Skill development and personal growth opportunities aligned with support plans
  • Respectful, strengths-based support that upholds privacy, empowerment, and choice

What you’ll bring

You’ll be someone who is empowering, attentive, and committed to making a positive impact. You will bring:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Sensitivity, understanding, and respect for each participant’s abilities, strengths, and circumstances
  • Ability to maintain documentation, file notes and follow support plans
  • Flexibility to support a wide range of clients with individualised needs
  • Professional integrity, reliability, and a person-centred mindset

You’ll also need

  • Certificate III in Community Services (Disability) or equivalent
  • Current First Aid & CPR
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check
  • Working with Children Check
  • NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate

Why you’ll love working at genU

At genU, our differences make us stronger. We celebrate all kinds of diversity and the unique perspectives each of us brings. 

We’re committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and respectful space where everyone feels valued and can thrive. 

You’ll also get

  • Salary packaging – up to $15,900 tax-free + additional meal/entertainment benefits
  • Employee discounts – savings at 450+ retailers such as Coles, Woolworths & JB Hi-Fi
  • Wellbeing support – 24/7 access to a holistic employee assistance program
  • University study discount – 25% off courses at Torrens University
  • Referral bonus – refer great people and be rewarded!

Ready to make a difference? Click apply to complete your application.

Don’t wait to apply! We are reviewing applications as they come in.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our team at recruitment@genu.org.au or 03 5249 6119.  

Note: Recruitment is accepting multiple applications for vacant positions. 

Current genU staff should apply via the staff intranet. 

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Skills

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Certificate iii in community services (disability)DocumentationEmpathyExcellent communication skillsFirst aid & cprFlexibilityInterpersonal skillsNdis worker orientation moduleNdis worker screening checkPerson-centred approachRespect for participants abilitiesSupport plansWorking with children check

Perks & benefits

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Employee discounts at 450+ retailersReferral bonus for recommending candidatesSalary packaging - up to $15,900 tax-freeUniversity study discount - 25% off courses at torrens universityWellbeing support - 24/7 access to employee assistance program