Social Support Assistant

West Wimmera Health Service; Nhill; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

West Wimmera Health Service in Nhill is seeking a part-time Social Support Assistant to organise group sessions and assist in the efficient daily operation of the Social Support Group programs and activities/outings. The role requires effective communication and organisational skills, a current First Aid Level 2, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Outlook.

Pre-requisites include NDIS Worker Screening, Working with Children Check, vaccination as directed, and a valid Australian Driver’s

Qualifications

• Effective communication and organisational skills are essential.
• First Aid Level 2 certificate or willingness to obtain prior to start.
• Competence with MS Office, Outlook and related databases; willingness to learn additional programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organise group sessions and assist in daily operation of Social Support Group programs and activities.
• Provide care and supervision to clients to promote independent living.
• Adhere to West Wimmera Health Service policies and relevant CHSP/HACC guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

First Aid Level 2

Education

First Aid Certificate Level 2

NDIS Worker Screening

Working with Children Check

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

We are seeking a Social Support Assistantto work in a part time(48 hours/fortnight)capacity based at Nhill.

RENUMERATION

• Health and Allied Services Managers & Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2025-2027.
• Estimated Annual Salary Range: $35,000 to $45,000.

01st September, 2026

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Social Support Assistant is responsible for planning and organisation of group sessions and assist in the efficient daily operation of the Social Support Group programs and activities/outings.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential:

• Have effective communication and organisational skills.
• Current First Aid Certificate (Level 2) or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
• Competence using computer programs including Microsoft Office Software, Outlook and other databases relevant to the practice area, and willingness to learn any other relevant programs

Desirable:

• Qualification and/or previous experience in roles such as an Activity Supervisor, Nurse, Personal Care Worker, or Allied Health Assistant, would be desirable.

PRE-REQUISITES:

• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
• Working with Children Check.
• Fully vaccinated (including influenza) as per current Department of Health Directives.
• Australian Driver’s License.

KEY RESPONSBILITIES:

• To support Social Support group members and assist in delivering quality services for Social Support Group sessions, activities and outings, whilst adhering to the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) & Home and Community Care (HACC) guidelines.
• To provide care and supervision to clients in line with the promotion of an independent living environment.
• To adhere to philosophies and policies of West Wimmera Health Service and ensure compliance with all regulatory and statutory requirements.