Community Support Worker - Centre Based

We’re looking for a professional Community Support Worker with relevant experience who wants to join our team of 1500 employees and 1000 volunteers to make a difference on a Casual basis, working based in our Coolibah Day Centre Brunswick

Location: Brunswick- Coolibah Centre

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $68,171.76 - $74,381.05 per annum, based on skills and experience plus 11.5% superannuation.

• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year

About the role

The Community Support Worker- Centre-Based provides centre and community-based social support to aged individuals who require support to live independently, and their carers. Social support services promote a wellness and reablement approach to care, through the delivery of meaningful and enjoyable experiences to a client that promotes social connectedness and encourages physical activity.

Core Duties

• Deliver care and support for clients, in line with Care Plans; as part of Social Connections this can include but is not limited to respite, dressing and undressing, grooming and toileting.
• Actively support and promote client wellness and reablement goals, including facilitating engaging group activities
• Support carers by providing meaningful and enjoyable experiences to a client, that meet the needs of the client as documented in the Care Plan.
• Apply the Consumer Directed Care and wellness and reablement approaches and be guided by the Consumer Choice principles.
• Prepare and serve light meals in line with food handling legislation.
• This position will require indirect contact with children and direct contact with vulnerable individuals
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure steps are taken to prevent unsafe work practices in accordance with BSL policies and procedures. 
• Other duties as required

About Brotherhood of St Laurence

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 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 made up of 1500+ employees and 1000+ volunteers to make a difference in our communities.

What we are looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a passion for supporting the mission of BSL and delivering excellence in your role.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Knowledge of and ability to participate in quality improvement activities and strategies
• Experience in developing, organising, facilitating, and evaluating inclusive community, recreation and leisure activities, preferably in an aged care or healthcare setting
• Knowledge of local area and services, and ability to utilise community groups and resources
• Able to speak Mandarin and Cantonese

If this sounds like the right fit for you

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and looking to contribute to our organisation’s success, we’d love to hear from you.

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When completing your application, please upload each document as a separate attachment.

Your application must include:

• A tailored cover letter,
• A current resume showcasing demonstrated skills and experiences, and

Applications will be considered upon submission, so we encourage you to apply early.

Please review the Position Description to address the Key Selection Criteria. 

To review the Position Description and to address the Key Selection Criteria, please click here.

 Community Support Worker - Centre Based PD July 2024.docx

If you have any questions about the role, or want more clarification, please contact Anne Paris at Anne.Paris@bsl.org.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications close: 21st of July 2025

An up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination and annual influenza vaccination are required for this position (for roles in Residential Aged Care 

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We 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.

BSL is a child-safe organisation. BSL has zero tolerance to any form of abuse or harm to vulnerable people and is committed to specifically protecting children from harm. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. 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.

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