Community Support Workers

Juniper; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

20% casual loading for casual roles

Salary packaging up to $18,550 taxfree

Health insurance discounts with HBF/​M

Juniperks – staff discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Juniper, a leading not-for-profit aged care provider in Western Australia, is seeking caring and reliable Community Support Workers to join our Home and Community Care team across Perth’s northern suburbs, including Hamersley, Girrawheen and Marangaroo.

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.

Qualifications

• Current Australian Driver’s Licence and a reliable vehicle.
• Experience providing personal care in aged care or community care.
• Ability to work independently with strong communication to the team.
• Commitment to helping older people live independently.
• Certificate III in Individual Support / Aged Care.
• Dementia care experience and First Aid qualification.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Driver's licence

Independent work

Communication

Dementia care

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support / Aged Care

First Aid Certificate

Job description

About Juniper

Juniper is one of Western Australia’s leading not-for-profit aged care providers, supporting older people to stay connected to the people, places and passions they love through residential care, home and community services, retirement living and affordable housing.

About the Role

Juniper is seeking caring and reliable Community Support Workers to join our Home and Community Care team across Perth’s northern suburbs, including Hamersley, Girrawheen and Marangaroo.

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.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently, building meaningful relationships, and making a positive difference in people’s lives.

Positions Available

We currently have a permanent part-time opportunity available, with shifts across Monday-Friday and between 8:00am and 5:00pm, depending on service requirements. The successful candidate must be available during these times.

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 shopping
• 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 while maintaining strong 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