Community Support Workers Northam

Juniper Aged Care; Muluckine; On-site; AUD 49,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Casual loading 20%

Salary packaging up to $18,550

Health insurance discounts

Juniperks discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Juniper Aged Care is seeking compassionate Community Support Workers to join our Home and Community Care team in Northam. In this role, you will help older Western Australians to remain living independently in their own homes, assisting with personal care, daily living activities, and social support.

We offer 1x casual and 1x permanent part-time opportunities with shifts across Monday to Friday 08.00am-5.30pm, depending on service requirements.

Qualifications

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

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.
• Provide social support, including transport to appointments or community activities.
• Follow and document care in accordance with care plans.

Skills

Personal care

Community care

Driving

Dementia care

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care/Individual Support

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 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 Northam.

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 1x casual and 1x permanent part-time opportunity available, with shifts across Monday to Friday between 08.00am-5.30pm, depending on service requirements.

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 License 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