Where Can I Find Disability Support Worker Jobs in Ballarat and Geelong?
Are you interested in making a positive impact in your community? At eQuality Support, we’re always looking for dedicated and trustworthy Disability Support Workers in Ballarat and Geelong who believe in truly person-led support. Whether you are new to the sector or bringing years of experience, you’ll find a workplace that values relationships, consistency and meaningful work over rushed shifts and box-ticking.
Send your resume and cover letter to:
careers@equalitysupport.com.au
About The Role
As a Disability Support Worker at eQuality Support, you will assist individuals with disabilities in living the life they choose, whether at home, in the community, or anywhere in between. No two days are exactly the same. You might be helping someone with cooking or shopping, supporting them at a social activity, or assisting with personal care. What matters most is showing up with empathy, patience, and a commitment to helping others live with confidence and independence. At eQuality Support, you’re not just completing tasks, you’re building trust, supporting choice and helping someone shape a life that feels meaningful to them. We take the time to understand each person’s goals, routine and preferences so your work feels purposeful, not transactional. You don’t need years of experience, just a caring attitude, good communication skills and a genuine willingness to learn and grow in a supportive team.
Supporting people with daily tasks like meals, hygiene, or getting ready for the day
Helping clients attend appointments, social outings, or community events
Working one-on-one or in small group settings
Keeping simple notes about how things went during your shift
Who This Role Is Great For
Students in health, social work, or education
Career changers looking for meaningful, purpose-driven work
People with lived experience of disability or caring for others
Anyone with a kind heart, reliability and a genuine desire to help people live well
Why Choose eQuality Support?
We’re a values-based organisation built on respect, inclusion and genuine relationships. That means we care just as much about our team as we do our clients, because great support starts with a supported workforce. We don’t believe in rushing shifts, high staff turnover, or “just ticking the box.” Instead, we focus on building real relationships and giving you the time, training, and support to do meaningful work that makes a difference within our community.
What Makes Us Different
Real Relationships
Local Work
Ongoing Training and Growth
Support When You Need It
Hear from our team and see what makes eQuality Support such a genuinely supportive place to work. From feeling trusted and backed by leadership to building long-term relationships with clients, our support. Workers often tell us they feel they’re doing the kind of work they came into this sector for.
Current Openings
We’re currently hiring for the following roles across Ballarat and Geelong:
Disability Support Worker - Female (Ballarat)
In this role, you will provide personalised support to female clients with higher support needs, including challenging behaviours and autism spectrum disorder. You will play a vital role in ensuring each individual’s unique needs are met through tailored support, fostering an environment of respect, dignity and independence.
You’ll be trusted to:
- Build strong, respectful relationships
- Support daily living, personal care and community participation
- Follow clear behaviour support and safety plans
- Work as part of a stable, communicative team
In return, you’ll receive:
- Flexible shifts available, including 2 to 8-hour shifts and overnight shifts.
- Supportive leadership that listens and responds
- Consistent work and realistic expectation
- SCHADS Award pay (Home Care Level 3–4)
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If this sounds like the kind of support work you believe in, we’d love to hear from you.
For any accessibility needs to be considered during the recruitment process, please let us know at careers@equalitysupport.com.au
This position is open to female applicants only, in accordance with the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic), due to the client’s preferences.
Disability Support Worker (Geelong)
As a Disability Support Worker, you’ll support people with complex needs living in Supported Independent Living to build skills, routines and confidence. At their pace, in their way.
You’ll be trusted to:
- Build strong, respectful relationships
- Support daily living, personal care and community participation
- Follow clear behaviour support and safety plans
- Work as part of a stable, communicative team
This role is for you if:
- You’re confident supporting people with complex needs
- You stay calm when things don’t go to plan
- You value consistency, communication and trust
- You believe dignity and choice should always come first
In return, you’ll receive:
- Supportive leadership that listens and responds
- SCHADS Award pay (Home Care Level 3–4)
- Enjoy flexible work? We offer a variety of shift times, with a particular need for team members available for sleepover shifts
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If this sounds like the kind of support work you believe in, we’d love to hear from you.
For any accessibility needs to be considered during the recruitment process, please let us know at careers@equalitysupport.com.au
Clinical Coordinator - RN (Ballarat)
We are seeking an experienced Clinical Coordinator (RN) to enhance workforce capability to deliver quality medication administration and high intensity supports. By equipping our staff with the necessary skills and guidance, Clinical Support ensures seamless service delivery and optimal client outcomes.
This role supports the Clinical Manager in assessing and coordinating timely clinical support for clients by overseeing daily activities, developing related policies and procedures, implementing the annual learning and development program for Disability Support Workers and collaborating with external allied health professionals.
At a high level you will be:
- Working with the Clinical Manager implement clinical governance as part of eQuality Support’s Disability Support Service Delivery Model
- Support the Clinical Manager to report Clinical Support, quality and safety performance and risks to the Executive
- Promote a ‘Just’ quality, compliance and safety culture and contributing to capability uplift.
- Work as part of a monthly on-call roster
- Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to appropriately address complex clinical needs, support eQuality Support’s Disability Support Workers (DSWs) and Client Services Managers and Officers
- Consult with health professionals to provide optimal outcomes for clients by enabling and supporting DSWs
- Coordinate and ensure completion of clients’ clinical assessments, treatment and support plans
- Ensure accurate documentation and initiating opportunities to improve client outcomes.
- Operate in a collaborative and consultative manner with clients, their families, medical practitioners, allied health professionals, DSWs and the wider client services team
- Ensuring client’s clinical support plans are being delivered by the DSW workforce
- Complete audits of clinical processes, identifying deficits and coordinating solutions
- Monitor standards of care provision and initiate appropriate action if required
- Participation in on-call roster to classification
About You:
You are an experienced nurse with 5+ years of experience. You excel in supporting leaders and are comfortable pivoting priorities to meet organisational needs. Your strong communication skills, attention to detail and commercial mindset enables you to confidently advise leaders, driving positive outcomes for both the organisation and its employees.
What you will bring:
Personal Attributes
- A friendly and approachable manner guided by values of integrity, honesty & trust
- Great discretion
- Continuous self-improver and learner
- Critical thinking with both an analytical and strategic mindset
- Excellent attention to detail and a keen interest in ongoing process improvement
- Ability to adapt and pivot between day-to-day tasks with longer term strategic projects
Knowledge and Experience
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- Current AHPRA Nurse registration
- Minimum 5 years clinical experience preferably in subacute services
- Experience in clinical education – preferably certificate IV in workplace training or equivalent
- Experience in implementing NDIS Practice Standards (desirable)
Essential
- Current First Aid Certificate with CPR
- Current Victorian driver’s licence and own reliable transport
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Satisfaction of all requirements for working in Australia
Desirable
- Experience working in a community, residential and/or rehabilitation environment
- Awareness of relevant legislation (such as the Disability Act 2006, or the Department of Health and Human Services’ ISO Standards)
Join a collaborative, high-performing organisation where your contributions are truly valued. As part of a leading and innovative industry player, you’ll be working with a talented and engaged Client Services team, making a real impact across the company. Your valued skillset will help shape the businesses continued growth journey, supporting an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and success
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If this sounds like the kind of support work you believe in, we’d love to hear from you.
For any accessibility needs to be considered during the recruitment process, please let us know at careers@equalitysupport.com.au
A Career That’s Growing And Making A Difference
At eQuality Support, you’re joining a sector that’s growing and an organisation that’s growing with purpose. As the NDIS continues to expand and more people choose to live independently, the need for consistent, values-led Support Workers in Ballarat and Geelong has never been greater. That means real job stability, flexible hours and the chance to build a long-term career in an organisation that values quality over quantity.
Disability support is one of Australia’s fastest-growing employment sectors, driven by the continued growth of the NDIS.
Consistency of care improves outcomes. Long-term matching helps build trust and stability for participants.
Support Workers play a vital role in improving independence, wellbeing and community participation.
The sector offers flexible working hours, making it ideal for students, parents and career changers.
Purpose-driven work is strongly linked to higher job satisfaction and long-term career fulfilment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications do I need to apply?
Do you provide training?
What other requirements do I need?
- Experience with high needs clients and behaviours of concern
- A current First Aid certificate with CPR
- A Victorian driver’s licence and reliable transport
- A current NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Eligibility to work in Australia
Can I choose who I work with?
Are flexible shifts available?
Ready To Make A Difference?
If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can grow your skills, work with a supportive team, and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. We’re hiring right now in Ballarat and Geelong.
You can view our current job openings here or send your resume and a cover letter to careers@equalitysupport.com.au.
Let’s work together to build a meaningful career and make a real difference in the lives of people in your community.