Aboriginal Community Care Specialist

1 day ago


Perth, Western Australia South West Aboriginal Medical Service Full time

South West Aboriginal Medical Service Ltd (SWAMS) is a leading provider of culturally appropriate and holistic healthcare to Aboriginal communities in the region.

We are seeking a qualified Community Support Worker with Certificate III in Individual Support to join our team on a casual basis. As a Community Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing assistance and support to individuals within the community.

This position requires a compassionate and empathetic individual who can effectively communicate and build relationships with the Aboriginal people in our area. The successful candidate will collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure the well-being and integration of individuals into the community.

The role includes:

  • Working actively with clients as part of the aged care and community services team.
  • Implementing programs to enhance client skills, independence, and community participation.
  • Encouraging personal and social relationships among clients.
  • Liaising with elderly clients to promote engagement in home support and respite activities.
  • Encourage Elders to follow recommended referral processes for specialists and health checks.
  • Foster collaborative relationships with other health service providers.

To be successful in this role, you will require:

  • Certificate III in Individual Support.
  • Demonstrated experience in working in aged and community care services.
  • Sound knowledge of the aged care and community sector, understanding of Aged Care Client Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and Outcomes.
  • Knowledge of health and well-being issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with a strong commitment to improving well-being outcomes.
  • Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to work autonomously and display initiative, self-motivation, time management and solution focused skills.
  • Current "C" class driver's licence.

We offer a competitive hourly rate of $46.38 per hour plus casual loading, use of SWAMS vehicles while attending to clients, generous uniform allocations, and professional development opportunities.



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