Support Worker

West Wimmera Health Service; Sites (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

West Wimmera Health Service is hiring a Support Worker to provide in-home and community-based supports that help people maintain independence across multiple sites. The role emphasises empowerment, inclusion and person-centred care, with a focus on safety, communication and team collaboration.

Applicants should have a relevant qualification (Aged Care, Disability or Community Services) and a current First Aid Certificate.

Qualifications

• Effective communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to empowerment, inclusion, choice and control when supporting people to maximize independence and participate in community life.
• Current First Aid Certificate (Level 2) or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home and community-based supports to maintain independence.
• Assist clients to achieve goals outlined in their Support/Care Plan.
• Promote positive community attitudes toward disability and ageing.

Skills

Effective communication and organising

Empowerment & inclusion

First Aid Cert (Level 2)

Education

Aged Care / Disability / Individual Support or equivalent

Job description

07th August, 2026

Join us as a Support Worker in a part time or casual capacity across various locations!
West Wimmera Health Service provides high-quality hospital care, residential aged care, disability services and community health facilities to more than 22,000 people across nine locations in the West Wimmera region.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Provision of in-home and community-based supports which enable people to maintain and/or increase their independence.
• Effective communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to principles of empowerment, inclusion, choice and control when supporting people to maximize their independence and participate in community life.
• Current First Aid Certificate (Level 2) or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
• Qualification (Certificate or above) in Aged Care, Disability, Individual Support, Community Services, or equivalent field.
• Previous experience working in a community or residential aged care or disability setting.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Effective communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to principles of empowerment, inclusion, choice and control when supporting people to maximize their independence and participate in community life.
• Current First Aid Certificate (Level 2) or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.

DESIRABLE:

• Qualification (Certificate or above) in Aged Care, Disability, Individual Support, Community Services, or equivalent field.
• Previous experience working in a community or residential aged care or disability setting.

PRE-REQUISITES:

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

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To provide support services for individuals receiving community-based support, including Traffic Accidents Commission (TAC) clients, National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants, and/or community aged care Commonwealth Home Support (CHSP) and Support at Home (SaH) clients.
• Assist clients/participants to achieve their individual goals, as outlined in their Support Plan or Care Plan.
• Promote positive community attitudes in relation to disability, ageing and inclusiveness.