Support Workers, Community Health

Contribute to the health and overall wellbeing of our customers and the wider community in this rewarding role!

Join us as a Support Worker in a part time or casual capacity! West Wimmera Health Service provides high-quality hospital care, residential aged care, disability services and community health facilities to over 22,000 people across nine locations in the West Wimmera region.

• Provision of in-home and community-based supports that enable people to maintain and/or increase their independence.
• Part-time and casual opportunities.
• Various locations.
• Effective communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to principles of empowerment, inclusion, choice and control when supporting people to maximise their independence and participate in community life.
• 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.

• Effective communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to principles of empowerment, inclusion, choice and control when supporting people to maximise their independence and participate in community life.
• Current First Aid Certificate Level 2.

• 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.

• Provide support services for individuals receiving community-based support, including Traffic Accident Commission (TAC) clients, National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants, and/or community aged care Commonwealth Home Support (CHSP) and Home Care Packages (HCP) 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.

• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
• Working with Children Check.
• Vaccinated as per current Department of Health Directive.
• Flu Vaccination.
• Australian Driver’s Licence.

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 for at least three 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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