Social Inclusion Support Worker

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of over 245,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel **welcome**, **belong**and **succeed**.

**ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY**:
The Social Inclusion Support Worker is part of Seniors and Disability Services, within Cumberland City Council which provides a range of quality direct services including information, advocacy, carer support, nutrition services (home delivered and centre based meals), transport, and activities, events and social groups to maintain overall wellbeing and independence. By providing a committed approach to person centred essential support, the team seeks to promote social inclusion, encourage an enhanced quality of life and increase capacity for seniors and people with disability to participate in the community.

The Social Inclusion Support Worker is responsible for providing care and support to older people or people with disability who require assistance with daily tasks. These services may be provided in private homes, at Council venues or in the community and aim to improve their quality of life.

The successful applicant will require:
- Certificate III in Aged Care or the equivalent experince in a relevant field
- Ability to communicate with a range of people including older people, staff, volunteers and carers
- Good written and verbal communication skills including ability to write clear and concise care notes and other organisational forms
- Demonstrated organisational and time management skills and the ability to manage workload and a range of priorities.
- Ability to relate and empathise with a diverse range of people
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
- Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain
- Class C drivers licence and access to own vehicle.

Download the position description here for more information.

**About this role**:

- Casual positions
- Located across various locations in Cumberland City Council's LGA.

**Salary information**: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
- Grade 5 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $33.01 per hour plus 12% superannuation
- The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role
- 25% Casual Loading

**What you'll need to have for this role**:

- The right to live and work in Australia
- Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position, including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as required
- Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council’s Health Monitoring Procedure, as required
- Provide evidence of your vaccination status as part of the employment screening process, in accordance with Council’s COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure.

**WHAT WE CAN OFFER**:

- We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements
- Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
- Corporate Health Insurance discounts
- Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
- Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
- Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
- Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

**ABOUT US**:
**ENQUIRIES**:
**Closing date: 11:59pm, Wednesday 27 August 2025**

**HOW TO APPLY