Disability Support Worker

Support Worker (Mental Health & Personal Care) – South East Melbourne

Casual / Part-time | $37–$53 per hour | Flexible shifts

Salelane Healthcare is growing, and we’re looking for compassionate Support Workers who have experience in mental health support and/or personal care to join our West-Melbourne team.

If you want work that genuinely matters — helping people live safer, more independent, and happier lives at home and in the community — we’d love to meet you.

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Why you’ll love working with Salelane

• Great hourly rates: $37–$53/hr (based on experience & duties) + penalty rates
• Flexible work: morning, afternoon, evening shifts available
• Ongoing clients: steady schedules so you can build real connections
• Training & development: continuous industry training + support from a hands-on team
• Travel covered: mileage reimbursement
• Strong team culture: supportive, respectful, and passionate about quality care

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Locations we currently need

We’re hiring across Melbourne’s West, including:
Spotswood • Ardeer • Western suburbs

You’ll ideally live locally or be ready to travel to these areas.

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What you’ll be doing

Your support will be tailored to each client. Duties may include:

• Personal Care Assistance (low & high care)
  (training provided if you’re newer to personal care)
• Mental health & emotional support in a person-centred way
• Community access & social outings
  (transport, shopping, recreation, appointments)
• In-home social activities & companionship
• Helping clients progress toward personal goals
• Light domestic support to keep the home safe and comfortable

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You’re a great fit if you are…

• Kind, reliable, and genuinely enjoy helping people
• Person-centred and respectful of dignity, choice, and independence
• Confident working one-on-one in client homes
• Comfortable following care plans while using your initiative
• Able to commit to ongoing client schedules

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Essential requirements (must-have)

• Driver’s licence + reliable vehicle
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• First Aid Certificate
• Working With Children Check
• Smartphone with internet access
• Availability for flexible hours (morning and/or night shifts)
• Experience providing personal care (male or female clients)

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Desirable (nice-to-have)

• Certificate III or higher in Age Care / Individual Support
  (highly regarded, not essential)

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Job details

Job Types: Casual, Part-time
Pay: $37.00 – $53.00 per hour + penalty rates
Benefits: Professional development assistance, travel reimbursement
Work rights: Must have Australian work authorisation
Language: English preferred

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Ready to apply?

Click Apply on Seek and send your CV.
If you’d like a quick chat first, include a short note about your availability and suburbs you can cover.

Join Salelane Healthcare and be part of a team that helps people live well — every day.