Careers at Rocky Bay

Support Worker – Respite

• Permanent Part-Time & Casual Opportunities
• $30.50 – $39.53 per hour + NFP Salary Packaging
• Locations: Beeliar | Gosnells | Noranda (Priority Vacancy) | Rockingham (Night Duty Available) 

As a Respite Support Worker at Rocky Bay, you’ll help create positive, meaningful experiences for people living with disability while providing families with valuable respite and peace of mind.

From supporting daily routines and personal care to preparing meals, heading out into the community or simply enjoying time together, you’ll help customers make the most of their respite. Every customer is different, and no two days are exactly alike in our fast paced respite service.

You’ll build genuine relationships, support individual goals and create an environment where people feel safe, included and able to enjoy themselves.

If you’re someone who enjoys connecting with people, getting involved and making a real difference, this could be the role for you.

What you’ll need

• Checks & requirements: NDIS Worker Screening Check, NDIS Orientation Module, National Police Clearance, Working with Children Check (where required), full Australian working rights and current First Aid Certificate
• Other requirements: Full WA Driver’s Licence, and current year influenza vaccination
• Previous high care need support work experience or lived experience is essential
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is desirable

About the role

• Support customers with daily living, personal care and medication
• Create engaging and meaningful respite experiences
• Support community outings, activities and appointments
• Build positive relationships based on trust and respect
• Follow individual support plans and respond to changing needs
• Complete required documentation and case notes
• Support customers with complex needs and behaviours

Benefits

• Fee-free Certificate III in Individual Support available for eligible employees
• Salary packaging up to $18,550 per annum to increase your take-home pay
• Novated lease options
• Permanent employee benefits including purchase leave options, leave loading and six weeks’ paid parental leave
• $2,000 Refer-a-Friend bonus
• Discounts with Fitstop gyms, JB Hi-Fi, Ultra Tune, Flight Centre and more
• Career growth, training and professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

About Rocky Bay:

At Rocky Bay, the work we do matters, from frontline roles as support workers and therapists to behind-the-scenes teams. Our work is about helping people with disabilities to live the lives they choose, building skills, confidence and independence along the way.

To find out more about a career with Rocky Bay visit: https://www.rockybay.org.au/careers-with-us/

At Rocky Bay, inclusivity is a top priority, and that includes making our recruitment process accessible for everyone. If you need any adjustments to accommodate your unique situation or want more information about the role, please reach out to us at recruitment@rockybay.org.au We're here to help!

At Rocky Bay, we come from all walks of life. We all have different backgrounds and experiences, making us who we are. We’re building a culture where uniqueness is valued- whether race, gender, disability, age, religion or LGBTQIA+ identity. We are committed to building an inclusive team, making us the best we can be. We encourage you to apply.

Rocky Bay acknowledges the traditional custodians on whose land we work, the people of the Noongar and Yamatji nations, and recognise their continued connection to the land, waters and skies. We pay our respect to their Leaders - past present and emerging.

We are committed to building an inclusive team, making us the best we can be. We encourage you to apply.

Recruitment agencies, please note that we are not accepting applications from agencies at this time.