Community Support Worker

**Make an impact as an MSWA Community Support Worker**

This role is a key part in how we support Western Australians living with a neurological condition.

You’ll be joining our fast-paced Community Support team, working with a range of our Clients in the community to support their day to day personal care and social needs. You'll bring your skills and experience to the role, helping us make a huge difference to the lives of our Clients. And when you work with us, we’ll work with you, with a competitive salary and range of benefits that we think can make a big difference to your life too.

**A little about us**

We exist to make a real and lasting difference to the lives of Western Australians - whatever their needs, whatever their neuro condition, we are ready

Our Community Support team plays a crucial role in delivering care and support to our Clients in their homes across the Perth metro area. Demand for our services has never been higher, and we are now expanding the team. We know the difference a great Client experience can make and we help our Community Support Workers to achieve this with ongoing training and mentorship.
- A snapshot of your day as our Community Support Worker_

With Clients across the Perth metro regions, every day looks a little different. But there will be a few core activities that you’ll become a pro at as you provide fabulous, person-centred care such as:

- Providing personal care to our Clients when required (showering, dressing - things we take for granted)
- Medication assistance
- Social support activities in the home and community settings
- Cooking, cleaning, and other household chores (the small stuff makes a huge difference)

**Our ‘must haves’**
- A genuine passion to make a difference
- Verification of COVID-19 vaccination (or willing to obtain)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willing to obtain)
- Current Australian “C” Class Drivers Licence with no restrictions
- Reliable, roadworthy, licensed and fully insured vehicle

**Our ‘nice to haves’**
- Provide First Aid certificate - less than 12 months old (training can be provided)
- Experience in a carer role
- A positive attitude (makes a huge difference)
- A Certificate III or higher in a relevant discipline

Let us tell you a little about what you’ll get in return for joining our team:
**Competitive salary**

Our starting salary ranges from $26.00 to $33.00, depending on your qualifications and experience.

**Flexible working**

Tell us what working arrangements work for you and we’ll find something that works for everyone.

**Generous leave initiatives**

Time is precious, and our range of leave initiatives help you make the most of every moment.

**Personal and professional growth**

A career that helps you grow via structured training (that we will pay for) makes a big difference

**Salary packaging**

Use some of your salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax.

**Refer and earn**

Know someone else who can make a difference? Successfully referring them to us can earn you a bonus.

Are you ready to apply?

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 5 per week

**Salary**: $26.00 - $33.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Travel reimbursement

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Flexible hours
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Perth WA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- Working with Children Check (preferred)
- National Police Certificate (preferred)
- Driver Licence (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)