Community Support Assistant

Alzheimers QLD - Parent Entity - true; Ipswich City; Hybrid; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Salary sacrifice benefits

Comprehensive induction and ongoing教育

Job summary

Alzheimer’s Queensland is seeking passionate Community Support Assistants to join our community care team in Ipswich. The role supports clients aged 65+ in their own homes, delivering person-centred care with a focus on independence and wellbeing.

You will provide personal care, social support, meal prep and light domestic assistance, while maintaining clear documentation and strong communication with clients and families.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support, or Community Care (essential).
• Experience supporting older people in a community setting.
• Strong time management and ability to work autonomously.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Availability to commit to approx. 20 hours per week.
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate.
• Current Queensland Open Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle.
• Smartphone and National Police Certificate (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support.
• Assist with social support and community access.
• Prepare meals and light domestic assistance.
• Maintain clear communication and accurate documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Autonomy

Verbal and written communication

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care / Individual Support / Community Care

Job description

Alzheimer’s Queensland (AQ) is a progressive organisation committed to supporting older Australians to live independently, safely, and with dignity in their own homes and communities.

We are seeking passionate Community Support Assistants to join our community care team on a casual basis for Ipswich location. This role supports aged care clients aged 65 years and above within their own homes, delivering services with a strong person-centred care approach.

You will play a meaningful role in enabling clients to remain engaged in their community while maintaining independence and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support
• Assist with social support and community access
• Prepare meals and provide light domestic assistance
• Maintain clear communication and accurate documentation

Requirements

• Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support, or Community Care (essential)
• Previous experience supporting older people in a community setting
• Strong time management and ability to work autonomously
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Availability to commit to approximately 20 hours per week
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
• Current Queensland Open Driver’s Licence
• Reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance
• Smart phone
• National Police Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

Salary & Benefits

• Travel reimbursement between client visits
• Access to salary sacrifice benefits of over $15,900 per annum
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing education
• Supportive team environment

About Us

We have over 500 specialist staff who work alongside our community and residential clients. Our philosophy of care creates a good work culture that not only benefits our staff, but benefits our clients and residents. We focus on supporting and enabling our clients that results in quality time being spent with them and not just focusing on tasks.