Victorian Disability Worker Commission

Victorian Disability Worker Commission Safer services. Quality workforce standards. Better choices for people with disability. Our community standards and rules of use are aligned with DFFH.

Our social media channels are a place for you to participate in positive and constructive conversations. Comments are moderated and those that do not meet DFFH community standards and rules of use will be removed. By posting a comment, the public agree to abide by our community standards and rules of use which are as follows:
• Be polite and treat others with respect.
• Do not post comments that include inappropriate language, are abusive to others, or appear to deliberately provoke arguments. Such comments will be removed.
• Stay on topic.
• Do not dominate the conversation. We reserve the right to remove comments from people who seek to dominate the discussion.
• Do not use our channels to advertise. Content that endorses commercial products/services or solicits donations will be removed.
• Do not post comments which are defamatory, discriminatory, incite violence, infringe copyright or are otherwise unlawful.
• Stick to the facts. Content that is factually wrong or misleading may be moderated. https://www.dffh.vic.gov.au/social-media

19/02/2026

Registration with the VDWC supports a high-quality disability workforce by ensuring all Victorian registered disability workers comply with set standards of practice, are qualified and/or experienced and are assessed as suitable to hold registration by the Disability Worker Registration Board of Victoria.

Disability worker registration goes beyond the NDIS Worker Screening Check by also assessing a person’s skills and experience and setting continuous professional development standards.

For more information on how to apply, including our application form guide, visit https://brnw.ch/21x04se

Registered disability workers must complete at least 10 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) each registra...
17/02/2026

Registered disability workers must complete at least 10 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) each registration period.

CPD helps workers keep their knowledge current and maintain the skills needed to provide safe, high quality support.
CPD activities should build on your existing skills, relate to your area of practice, and support you to practise safely.

Learn more about how to meet the CPD standard on our website: https://brnw.ch/21x023l

We’ve created translated stakeholder packs to help multicultural communities learn about disability worker registration....
16/02/2026

We’ve created translated stakeholder packs to help multicultural communities learn about disability worker registration.

These translated packs include:
• A ready to use email for your network
• A 400 word news article
• Social media copy
• A brochure about the Disability Worker Regulation Scheme
• Links to fact sheets and videos

Available in Arabic, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Filipino, Hindi, Punjabi, Sinhalese and Vietnamese.

To download the multicultural stakeholder packs, visit our website:
https://brnw.ch/21wZYrc

12/02/2026

Thinking about becoming a registered disability worker? ✨

Registration shows people with disability, families and employers that you have the skills and experience to deliver quality support.

The more workers who register, the safer and stronger the disability sector becomes. 💪

To learn more about registration, click the link in our bio.

The Disability Worker Code of Conduct is a legal requirement in Victoria. It applies to all disability workers, no matt...
10/02/2026

The Disability Worker Code of Conduct is a legal requirement in Victoria.

It applies to all disability workers, no matter how services are funded.

Our Code of Conduct poster highlights the core principles every worker must uphold: Respect. Quality. Safety.

The poster clearly outlines what disability workers must do when providing supports or services to people with disability.

Email us at info@vdwc.vic.gov.au to receive a free digital copy for you or your workplace.

Are you a disability worker in Victoria? Disability worker registration is free, voluntary and helps strengthen trust a...
10/02/2026

Are you a disability worker in Victoria?

Disability worker registration is free, voluntary and helps strengthen trust across the sector.

Registration supports safer services and gives people with disability and their families confidence in the workforce.
Apply today at https://brnw.ch/21wZNIl.

Our February 2026 eNewsletter is now out! This month's edition includes: - Celebrating 25 years of VALID Having a Say C...
04/02/2026

Our February 2026 eNewsletter is now out!

This month's edition includes:
- Celebrating 25 years of VALID Having a Say Conference
- Free Continuing Professional Development event for registered workers and registration applicants
- Know My Rights – new free learning modules
Plus much more.

To read it, visit our resources hub https://brnw.ch/21wZFn8

Don't forget to subscribe at https://brnw.ch/21wZFn7 to get it sent straight to your inbox every month!

Disability workers do crucial work and registration allows them to be recognised as a member of a sector that values saf...
03/02/2026

Disability workers do crucial work and registration allows them to be recognised as a member of a sector that values safety, respect and quality of work.

Disability workers support people with disability with key activities in their life ranging from communication to self-management.

Being registered shows you have the skills and experience to deliver quality services, which provides confidence to people with disability and their families.

For more info on registering and to start your application, visit https://brnw.ch/21wZBri

What an amazing three days at this year’s VALID Having A Say Conference as it celebrated 25 years. Thank you to everyon...
29/01/2026

What an amazing three days at this year’s VALID Having A Say Conference as it celebrated 25 years.

Thank you to everyone who visited our booth, joined the keynote and workshop, and shared their experiences and insights with us. Events like this are a powerful reminder on the importance of strong disability supports and the incredible work of disability workers across Victoria. We’re proud to support a safer, stronger sector and remain committed to strengthening disability supports across Victoria.

What an incredible start to this year’s VALID Having a Say Conference! Day 1 is done, and the energy has been fantas...
27/01/2026

What an incredible start to this year’s VALID Having a Say Conference!

Day 1 is done, and the energy has been fantastic.
Acting Commissioner Kate Maddern kicked off the morning with a powerful keynote address that really set the tone for a fun, meaningful and engaging day.

Our workshop, ‘How quality disability support helps you reach your goals’, delivered in partnership with Disability Services Commissioner, Victoria (DSC), Victoria (DSC), was a real highlight. Together, we explored what great support really means: feeling safe, happy and respected, good communication, learning new skills, and being supported to participate fully and make meaningful choices.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to share your experiences and say hello. We’re excited to be back for Day 2 tomorrow!

Day 1 ✅ What an incredible start to this year’s Having a Say Conference! Acting Commissioner Kate Maddern opened with ...
27/01/2026

Day 1 ✅ What an incredible start to this year’s Having a Say Conference!

Acting Commissioner Kate Maddern opened with a powerful keynote that set the tone for an inspiring and engaging day.

A huge highlight was our workshop with Disability Services Commissioner, Victoria (DSC): ‘How quality disability support helps you reach your goals.’ We talked about feeling safe, respected, included, and being supported to try new things and participate fully.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by our booth for a chat. We’re excited to be back for Day 2 tomorrow!

We’re excited to be running a workshop at the VALID Having A Say Conference on Tuesday, 27 January at 1:30pm, in partner...
21/01/2026

We’re excited to be running a workshop at the VALID Having A Say Conference on Tuesday, 27 January at 1:30pm, in partnership with the Disability Services Commissioner, Victoria (DSC)!
The workshop, ‘How quality disability support helps you reach your goals’, will explore how disability workers can support people to achieve their goals through person-centered care. We’ll cover practical strategies for goal setting, meeting goals, and creating a supportive environment for success.

We’d love for you to join us! And while you’re at the conference, don’t forget to visit our booth to meet the team, learn more about the Commission, and pick up some resources and merch!

For more information, visit https://brnw.ch/21wZhpX

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