Support Worker - Part Time / Casual | Empower Independence

West Wimmera Health Service; Sites (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

West Wimmera Health Service is seeking a Support Worker to provide in-home and community-based supports, helping clients maintain independence and participate in community life. The role offers part-time or casual hours across multiple locations and requires effective communication and organisational skills.

Applicants should have a Certificate or above in Aged Care, Disability, Individual Support, Community Services, or equivalent, and a current First Aid Certificate Level 2; previous

Qualifications

• Essential: Effective communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to empowerment, inclusion, choice and control when supporting people to maximise their independence and participate in community life.
• Current First Aid Certificate Level 2.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home and community-based supports to enable people to maintain and/or increase their independence.
• Assist clients/participants to achieve their individual goals per their Support/Care Plan.
• Promote positive community attitudes regarding disability, ageing and inclusiveness.

Skills

Effective communication

Organisational skills

Education

Certificate or above in Aged Care, Disability, Individual Support, Community Services, or equivalent field

Job description

West Wimmera Health Service is seeking a Support Worker to provide in-home and community-based supports, helping clients maintain independence and participate in community life. The role offers part-time or casual hours across multiple locations and requires effective communication and organisational skills.

Applicants should have a Certificate or above in Aged Care, Disability, Individual Support, Community Services, or equivalent, and a current First Aid Certificate Level 2; previous