Community Support Workers

Juniper; Shire Of Katanning; On-site; AUD 49,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage $35.45–$36.81

12% superannuation

Casual loading 20%

Salary packaging up to $18,550 taxFree

Health insurance discounts

Juniperks staff discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Juniper is seeking compassionate and reliable Community Support Workers to join our Home and Community Care team in the Katanning area.

In this casual role, you will help older Western Australians stay independent at home, providing personal care, daily living support, medication assistance (training provided), and social activities within the community.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Aged Care/Individual Support required.
• Dementia care experience preferred.
• Current First Aid Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including showering and dressing.
• Assist with activities of daily living.
• Support medication administration (training provided).
• Assist with meal prep and domestic tasks.
• Provide social support and transport to appointments.
• Document care per individual care plans.

Skills

Driver's license

Dementia care experience

Personal care

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support / Aged Care

First Aid Certificate

Job description

About Juniper:

At Juniper we are proud to be one of Western Australia's biggest local aged care providers, championing individualised care that keeps our customers connected to the people, passions and places they have always loved. Right across the state, we are committed to exceptional care, accommodation, and support services for older Western Australians.

About the Role:

Juniper is seeking compassionate and reliable Community Support Workers to join our Home and Community Care team in the Katanning area.

In this role, you will support older Western Australians to remain living independently in their own homes, assisting with personal care, daily living activities, and social support. You will play an important role in helping customers maintain their independence, wellbeing, and connection to their community.

Working in the community provides a rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships with customers while making a positive impact within your local region.

Positions Available:

We currently have a casual position available in the Katanning and surrounds area. The successful candidate must be available between Monday-Friday.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care including showering, dressing and continence support
• Assist customers with activities of daily living
• Support customers with medication administration (training provided)
• Assist with domestic tasks, including meal preparation and household support
• Provide social support, including transport to appointments or community activities
• Follow and document care in accordance with individual care plans

Key Requirements:

• Current Australian Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle (essential)
• Previous experience providing personal care in aged care or community care
• Ability to work independently in the community while maintaining communication with the team
• A genuine commitment to supporting older people to live independently
• Certificate III in Individual Support / Aged Care
• Dementia care experience
• Current First Aid Certificate

What’s on Offer:

• $35.45 – $36.81 per hour + 12% superannuation
• 20% casual loading for casual roles
• Salary packaging up to $18,550 tax free
• Health insurance discounts with HBF and Medibank
• Access to Juniperks – staff recognition and retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Program with confidential counselling support