SUPPORT WORKER
- Provide in-home and community-based supports to enhance client independence.
- Assist clients in achieving their individual goals as per their Support Plan.
- Promote positive community attitudes towards disability and ageing.
07th October, 2026
Join us as a SUPPORT WORKER in a casual capacity across various locations!
West Wimmera Health Service provides high-quality hospital care, residential aged care, disability services and community health facilities to more than 22,000 people across nine locations in the West Wimmera region.
RENUMERATION:
- Social Community Home Care & Disability Services Industry Award.
- Classification Range - Support Worker Employee HC2 - HC5 Level 2 to Level 5 (level is dependent on qualifications and experiences per Award).
ABOUT THE ROLE:
- Provision of in-home and community-based supports which enable people to maintain and/or increase their independence.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA:
Essential
- Effective communication and organisational skills.
- Commitment to principles of empowerment, inclusion, choice and control when supporting people to maximize their independence and participate in community life.
- Current First Aid Certificate (Level 2) or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
Desirable:
- Qualification (Certificate or above) in Aged Care, Disability, Individual Support, Community Services, or equivalent field.
- Previous experience working in a community or residential aged care or disability setting.
PRE-REQUISITES:
- NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
- Working with Children Check.
- Fully vaccinated (including influenza) as per current Department of Health Directives.
- Australian Driver’s Licence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To provide support services for individuals receiving community-based support, including Traffic Accidents Commission (TAC) clients, National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants, and/or community aged care Commonwealth Home Support (CHSP) and Support at Home (SaH) clients.
- Assist clients/participants to achieve their individual goals, as outlined in their Support Plan or Care Plan.
- Promote positive community attitudes in relation to disability, ageing and inclusiveness
HOW TO APPLY
If you wish to be considered for the role, please submit the following:
- Your resume, including a comprehensive employment history, the qualifications you hold and the contact details of three manager/supervisor referees.
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
- A document addressing the above Key Selection Criteria using recent examples of your experience.
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