Traineeship - Community Support Worker

IntoWork Australia; North Sydney Council; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid traineeship

Job summary

Ternary Consulting is seeking compassionate, reliable, and motivated individuals to join their team as Trainee Community Support Workers across the Greater Sydney region. This opportunity is ideal for people who do not currently hold an industry-recognised qualification but would like to learn through a supported traineeship.

Successful applicants will undertake a 12 to 15-month paid traineeship, achieving a Certificate III in Individual Support (CHC33021) - Aged Care, and gain hands-on

Qualifications

• Must be willing to undertake a paid traineeship and study days.
• Be able to travel to clients' homes within the Greater Sydney region.
• Hold or be willing to obtain a NSW Driver Licence and pass a National Police Check.
• Pass a training program to achieve CHC33021 in Aged Care.

Responsibilities

• Provide domestic assistance and housekeeping to clients in their homes
• Assist clients with shopping and errands
• Provide transport to appointments and activities
• Support personal care including showering, dressing, grooming
• Deliver respite and social support services
• Build relationships with clients, families and care team
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members

Skills

Compassionate

Reliability

Motivation

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Driving licence

Vehicle access

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (CHC33021) - Aged Care (not yet achieved)

National Police Check

NSW Driver Licence

First Aid and CPR Certificate

Job description

Ternary Consulting is seeking compassionate, reliable, and motivated individuals to join their team as Trainee Community Support Workers across the Greater Sydney region.

This opportunity is ideal for people who do not currently hold an industry-recognised qualification but would like to earn while they learn through a supported traineeship pathway.

About the Opportunity:

Successful applicants will undertake a 12 to 15-month paid traineeship, combining practical workplace experience with formal training to achieve a Certificate III in Individual Support (CHC33021) - Aged Care.

Trainees will gain hands-on experience supporting aged care clients in their homes while being paid to attend training and study days throughout the program.

Multiple positions are available across the following Sydney regions:

• Inner North (Mosman, North Sydney, Manly)
• Northern Beaches (Dee Why, Narrabeen, Belrose, Frenchs Forest)
• St George (Hurstville, Rockdale, St George)

Successful candidates will be employed within their local area and should be willing to travel up to approximately 25 minutes to support clients in their homes.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Trainee Community Support Worker, duties may include:

• Providing domestic assistance, including vacuuming, mopping, changing linen, and general household cleaning
• Bed making and maintaining tidy living spaces
• Assisting clients with shopping and errands
• Providing transport to appointments and community activities
• Supporting clients with personal care, including showering, dressing, and grooming
• Delivering respite and social support services
• Building positive relationships with clients, families, and colleagues
• Communicating effectively with clients and members of the care team

About the Ideal Candidate:

Ternary Consulting is looking for individuals who:

• Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Are reliable and possess effective communication skills
• Have a genuine desire to support and care for older Australians
• Are willing to learn and develop new skills
• Can obtain and pass a National Police Check
• Hold a current NSW Driver Licence
• Have access to a reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance
• Are Australian or New Zealand citizens, or permanent residents eligible for traineeship funding
• Have regular availability of at least three consistent weekdays per week (Monday to Friday)
• Live within 10 kilometres of one of the advertised locations
• Hold, or are willing to obtain, a current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Earn while you learn through a paid traineeship
• Complete a nationally recognised qualification
• Receive practical on-the-job training and ongoing support
• Work within your local community
• Build valuable skills in the growing aged care sector
• Enjoy a rewarding career helping older Australians maintain their independence and quality of life

We are committed to supporting National Reconciliation efforts through the implementation of our Reconciliation Action Plan, fostering respectful relationships and creating meaningful opportunities with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.