Community Support Worker

2 days ago

Queanbeyan, Australia CareSouth Full time

**Who We Are**

CareSouth is a local, community based organisation with a dynamic and bold vision to make a difference 'every day'. Working across locations in NSW and ACT, we seek to inspire each other and the communities in which we operate. Our purpose is to influence and support the safety, development and empowerment of children, young people, adults and communities.

**About the Role**

CareSouth is seeking **casual Community Support Workers** to work across the Queanbeyan and Goulburn regions.

As a Community Support Worker, you will assist people with physical or intellectual disability or people with a history of trauma and neglect in the community by implementing a tailored program specifically designed to support them in meeting their goals. This may include but is not limited to teaching life skills such as travel training, cooking, budgeting etc.

Whether you are a mum or dad looking to get back into the workforce, a recent retiree with time to give or a school leaver looking to expand your skills this rewarding role is perfect to fit flexibly around you and your lifestyle whilst making a meaningful impact on people with disabilities lives. We want to hear from any self-starters who thrive in autonomous roles and who are motivated to help participants engage and connect with their community.

**_A great Community Support Worker will fill the following criteria:_**
- A minimum Certificate III level qualification in Mental Health, Disabilities, Community Services or related field. Or a willingness to enrol and obtain a relevant certificate.
- Demonstrate an ability to work without direct supervision
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Experience supporting people with an intellectual disability, learning disability or people with a history of trauma and neglect.
- Exhibit the ability to establish a professional working relationship with clients that is supportive, encouraging and challenging.
- Ability to handle challenging and adverse situations.
- Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively within complex family dynamics.
- Ability and willingness to work in a diverse range of settings, including but not limited to
- a person’s home or place of residence, other services or community groups.
- Availability and willingness to work as part of a 7 day roster, between 6am-6pm.
- A vehicle with Comprehensive Insurance (to be used for work purposes)
- Current Driver’s License.

**Do you want to be a part of something great?**

At CareSouth, we recognise that the work you do every day is what makes our organisation great. We want to reward that and be an organisation that you are proud to be a part of. We are here to help you bring your best self to work and take your best self home

To recognise the work you do we offer
- A compassionate, supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to be bold, big-hearted and determined.
- 24/7 After Hours Call centre to allow you to leave work at work
- Free, confidential and independent Employee Assistance Program (inc. free access to physical, mental, financial online supports)
- Tailored professional development pathways
- 24/7 access to our online eLearning system

**Applications Close**:16 October 2024**

CareSouth warmly welcomes EVERYONE, irrespective of their ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination.

**Enquiries to**: Sam Dawson, NDIS Manager on 1300 554 260

**Attachments**:

- fact-sheet-ndis-worker-screening-check-what-ndis-workers-need-know.pdf

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