Community Support Worker

Amicus Community Services; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Flexible casual employment

Ongoing training & development

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for ongoing Lifely team in

Job summary

Amicus Community Services is seeking passionate Community Support Workers to join our Service Delivery team in the Bendigo region. You will provide person-centred support to children, young people and adults living with disability, helping clients achieve NDIs goals, strengthen community participation and live fulfilling lives.

Role requires a current driver's licence, NDIS checks, first aid and a willingness to travel and work across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Current Driver's Licence
• Vehicle Registration and Car Insurance
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate
• NDIS Worker's Orientation Module – ‘Quality Safety and You’
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (National Police Check)
• International Criminal History Check (If relevant)
• Certificate IV (or higher) in Community Services, Disability, Individual Support, or willingness to obtain a relevant qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support participants to live independently and achieve goals aligned with their NDIS plans through individualised, person-centred support.
• Assist with personal care, health care and daily living tasks, including mobility support, household cleaning, laundry, shopping and meal preparation.
• Support young people to achieve their Targeted Care Package (TCP) goals through a trauma-informed and therapeutic approach.
• Availability to work a variety of shifts, including overnight active shifts and sleepovers, is highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel across Bendigo and surrounding regions to support participants in a range of settings.
• Safely transport participants using a privately owned vehicle that is appropriately registered, insured and maintained.
• Flexibility to work across multiple service locations and, where reasonable, provide support at alternative worksites as required.
• Access to and confident use of a personal smartphone or electronic device (Apple or Android) with internet connectivity for rostering, communication and documentation purposes.
• Demonstrated understanding of the disability and community services sector, including a commitment to person-centred practice.
• Previous experience supporting individuals with mental health challenges, complex support needs and behaviours of concern is highly regarded.

Job description

Amicus Community Services is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of people across our community. For more than 35 years, we have been providing high-quality support services that empower people to live independently, build meaningful connections, and achieve their goals.

Make a Difference. Empower People. Build Community.

We are currently seeking passionate and dedicated Community Support Workers to join our growing team. Working as part of our caring and committed Service Delivery team, you will provide person-centred support to children, young people and adults living with disability, helping them get the most from their supports, strengthen community participation, and live fulfilling and meaningful lives.

Role Requirements:

• Support participants to live independently and achieve goals aligned with their NDIS plans through individualised, person-centred support.
• Assist with personal care, health care and daily living tasks, including mobility support, household cleaning, laundry, shopping and meal preparation.
• Support young people to achieve their Targeted Care Package (TCP) goals through a trauma-informed and therapeutic approach.
• Availability to work a variety of shifts, including overnight active shifts and sleepovers, is highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel across Bendigo and surrounding regions to support participants in a range of settings.
• Safely transport participants using a privately owned vehicle that is appropriately registered, insured and maintained.
• Flexibility to work across multiple service locations and, where reasonable, provide support at alternative worksites as required.
• Access to and confident use of a personal smartphone or electronic device (Apple or Android) with internet connectivity for rostering, communication and documentation purposes.
• Demonstrated understanding of the disability and community services sector, including a commitment to person-centred practice.
• Previous experience supporting individuals with mental health challenges, complex support needs and behaviours of concern is highly regarded.

You Will Need:

• Current Driver's Licence
• Vehicle Registration and Car Insurance
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate
• NDIS Worker's Orientation Module – ‘Quality Safety and You’
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (National Police Check)
• International Criminal History Check (If relevant)
• Certificate IV (or higher) in Community Services, Disability, Individual Support, or willingness to obtain a relevant qualification.

Amicus Community Services is currently preparing for a transfer of business to Lifely, anticipated to occur in March 2027. Successful applicants will initially be employed by Amicus Community Services and will have the opportunity to transition to ongoing employment with Lifely from March 2027 should they choose to do so. This presents an exciting opportunity to join our workforce now while continuing your employment journey with Lifely into the future.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful and rewarding work that makes a genuine difference.
• Flexible casual employment opportunities.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Supportive team environment.
• Salary packaging benefits available.
• Opportunity for ongoing employment as part of the Lifely team in March 2027.

This position is paid under the SCHADS Award starting at Level 2 and paid at a level in line with experience. Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 available including Meals and Entertainment benefits.

Screening and interviews may commence prior to closing date.

Amicus is committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance of child abuse. Our vigorous recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interview process.