Community Worker

Luxe Care Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary with superannuation (AU$

Employee Assistance Program

Supportive team and wellbeing focused

Job summary

Luxe Care Pty Ltd is seeking a qualified and experienced Community Worker to join our team in a permanent full-time position. The Community Worker will assess clients’ needs, develop appropriate support plans, coordinate referrals and help clients access community, health, welfare and social services.

You will work closely with clients, families, Care Managers, healthcare professionals, community organisations and government agencies to provide culturally responsive, person-centred support.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Aged Care, Disability Support, Individual Support, or Nursing (Certificate III in Aged Care/Individual Support) or equivalent.
• At least one year of post-qualification experience in community services, welfare, disability or related settings.

Responsibilities

• Interview clients and assess social, emotional, health, financial and welfare needs.
• Develop, implement, monitor and review individual support plans.
• Provide information, guidance, advocacy and practical assistance to clients and families.
• Help clients access healthcare, housing, education, employment, welfare, cultural and social support services.
• Coordinate referrals and liaise with community organisations, government agencies and other service providers.
• Support clients to develop life skills, confidence, independence and meaningful community participation.

Skills

Communication skills

Advocacy

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care/Individual Support or equivalent

Job description

Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior

Posted 22 Sep 2026

Description

If you're friendly, energetic, hard-working, and passionate about making a difference in another person's life, then this may be the perfect role for you!

About Luxe Care:

Luxe Care is a leading and fast-growing boutique home care organisation providing high quality in-home care services for older people living across the Melbourne and Mornington Peninsula. We come highly recommended by our clients and care staff due to our support, engagement, commitment to professionalism and genuine care.

Our values:

About the role:

Luxe Care is seeking a qualified and experienced Community Worker to join our team in a permanent full-time position. The Community Worker will assess clients’ needs, develop appropriate support plans, coordinate referrals and help clients access community, health, welfare and social services. You will work closely with clients, families, Care Managers, healthcare professionals, community organisations and government agencies.

• Interview clients and assess their social, emotional, health, financial and welfare needs.


• Develop, implement, monitor and review individual support plans.


• Provide information, guidance, advocacy and practical assistance to clients and their families.


• Help clients access healthcare, housing, education, employment, welfare, cultural and social support services.


• Coordinate referrals and liaise with community organisations, government agencies and other service providers.


• Support clients to develop life skills, confidence, independence and meaningful community participation.


• Plan and contribute to community engagement, wellbeing and structured support activities


• Monitor client progress and identify changes, concerns or potential risks.


• Prepare accurate assessments, case notes, referrals, progress reports and service documentation.


• Provide culturally responsive, respectful and person-centred support.


• Comply with privacy, safeguarding, workplace health and safety, infection-control and organisational requirements.

We are looking for people who have:

• Qualification in Aged Care, Disability Support, Individual Support, or Nursing - (Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support) or equivalent


• At least one year of relevant post-qualification experience in community services, welfare, disability, aged care or a related environment


• Knowledge of person-centred support practices, community service systems and referral pathways


• Expeience assessing client needs and developing or reviewing support plans


• Strong communication, advocacy, problem-solving and interpersonal skills


• Ability to prepare professional case notes, reports, referrals and support documentation.


• A current Australian driver licence and access to reliable transport


• At least 12 months qualified experience in Aged Care / Home Care, ideally in acute setting, residential or community


• A passion for caring for people and delivering a high standard of care


• Excellent communication, customer service and interpersonal skills


• Exceptional organisational and problem-solving skills


• Bilingual or multilingual communication skills are highly regarded.


• Full Working Rights, Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle


• NDIS Worker Screening Check (required if successful)


• Level 2 First Aid Certificate- (required if successful)


• Working with Children Check (WWCC)- (required if successful)

Working with us:

As an employee of Luxe Care, not only will you be part of an organisation that makes a real impact on people's lives, but you will also be offered a range of benefits such as:

• Annual salary of $75,000–$85,000 plus superannuation, depending on qualifications and experience.


• An Employee Assistance Program.


• A supportive, knowledgeable and friendly team.


• A work environment which encourages wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance.


• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Luxe Care Pty Ltd is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from diverse backgrounds.

Any information provided to Luxe Care Pty Ltd with respect to your application will be accessible only to those involved in the recruitment process. It will be used only for the purposes of recruitment and will be held securely.