Community Support Workers Northam

Juniper; Shire Of Northam; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Health insurance discounts

Juniperks staff discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Juniper seeks compassionate Community Support Workers for Home and Community Care in Northam. You will help older Western Australians stay in their homes, delivering personal care, daily living support and social activities within a team-driven approach.

Roles include 1 casual and 1 permanent part-time with shifts Mon-Fri 08:00–17:30, depending on service requirements. Driver’s license and dementia care experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Genuine commitment to supporting older people to live independently.

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.

Skills

Personal care

Daily living activities

Social support

Independent work

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support / Aged Care

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 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