Community Support Worker
We’re looking for professional Community Support Workers with relevant experience who wants to join our team of 1500 employees and 1000 volunteers to make a difference on a permanent part-time or casual basis, working 4 days a week based in Carrum Downs.
The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty.
For over 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia.
We are passionate about the work we do.
We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.
THE ROLE
The Community Support Worker works as part of a team to support and assist people with dementia, disabilities, socially isolated and older people to participate and engage in community life. At the Brotherhood the first responsibilities of care are to enable consumers to flourish. Our model of service is based on the Enhancing Capabilities Approach which is to ensure that our clients live in a trusting environment that provides the opportunities and choices that enable them to live lives they have reason to value.
- Provide care and support as identified in the client’s Care Plan. Care and support may include respite, household tasks, dressing and undressing, grooming, toileting, accompanied personal shopping, and meal preparation.
- Actively support and promote wellness and reablement goals
- Support carers by providing meaningful and enjoyable experiences to a client to promote social connectedness and encourage physical activity as documented in the Care Plan.
Salary will be $31.37 to $34.23 per hour for casuals plus 25% casual loading OR in the range of $61,985.52 to $67,631.28 pro rata per annum, based on skills and experience plus superannuation.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Passion for supporting the mission of BSL, and delivering excellence in your role, are just the start.
To be considered for the role and be successful in it, we’re looking for an Community Support Worker who has the following key skills and experiences:
- Relevant qualification such as Certificate III in Individual support or Aged Care or equivalent
- Experience/training in working with/assisting older people, people with disabilities and/or dementia demonstrating sensitivity to the needs of people from different economic and diverse backgrounds
- Proven ability to work independently and as an effective team member to achieve objectives
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people across all levels both internally and externally
- Well-developed time management and organisational skills including the ability to plain workload, prioritise and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated knowledge and competency in Microsoft Office Programs including Word, Excel and Outlook
- Current Victorian Driver’s License and an ability to drive a mini bus
- Experience in developing, organising, facilitating and evaluating inclusive community, recreation and leisure activities
- Hold a valid food handling certificate of willingness to obtain one within the first few month of employment
BENEFITS
- Extensive salary packaging options to reduce amount of tax you pay - up to $18,550 can be packaged every year (details via AccessPay)!
- Career development opportunities
- Leave loading of 17.5%
- Flexible working arrangements
- Employee Assistance Program
CULTURE
BSL employees enjoy a range of flexible work options and other attractive benefits. Recognising that there is no ‘one size fits all’ pattern of work–life balance, the organisation endeavours to provide options to suit the needs of all staff.
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If you have any questions about the role, or want more clarification, please contact Vanessa Remman on 049 044 1011 for a confidential discussion.
Please review the Position Description to address the Key Selection Criteria.
Applications close: Thursday, 8 June 2023 at 11:55PM.
The Brotherhood of St Laurence adheres to Government vaccination mandates.
We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. As an Equal Employment Opportunity provider, we understand the importance of diversity and inclusion recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We encourage you to submit your application for this role if you meet some or most of the key selection criteria.
BSL is a child-safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo relevant re- employment checks for their role, including a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check (where necessary), and sign our Child & Adult Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.
Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics. Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.
