Community Support Worker

Home Care Support Worker (Non-Personal Care) - Casual Opportunities Available

Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference?

Join our dynamic Home Care team and support older Australians to remain independent, connected, and living safely within their own homes and community.

Working alongside our supportive St Basil's team, you will provide practical assistance and social support to clients in their homes and the community. Your caring nature, reliability, and commitment to quality service will help improve the health, wellbeing, and quality of life of those we support.

Your duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Providing individualised support in accordance with client care plans
• Assisting with domestic tasks such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, and shopping
• Providing companionship and social support to promote wellbeing and community connection
• Accompanying clients to appointments, community activities, and social outings
• Assisting clients with accessing services and participating in community life
• Ensuring privacy, dignity, and confidentiality are maintained at all times
• Responding appropriately to emergency situations, including administering first aid where required
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Reporting incidents, hazards, or changes in a client's condition

About You

You are passionate about helping others and committed to supporting older Australians to maintain their independence, health, and wellbeing. You enjoy building meaningful relationships and take pride in delivering person-centred support.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Certificate III or higher in a related field (or willingness to obtain through our traineeship program)
• Minimum 1 year experience in home care, community services, disability support, customer service, hospitality, or a similar people-focused role
• Compassion, empathy, and a genuine desire to help others
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Availability to work Monday to Friday between 7:00am and 5:00pm
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Current Australian Driver Licence
• Fully insured and registered vehicle
• Willingness to transport up to 3 clients if required
• Greek speaking is desirable but not essential

We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive team environment
• Flexible work arrangements supporting work-life balance
• Competitive salary and access to not-for-profit salary packaging benefits for permanent staff
• Travel reimbursement
• Ongoing education, training and professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Staff wellbeing initiatives
• Generous employee referral program

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment with St Basil's is subject to satisfactory completion of:

• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• 2 Reference Checks
• Pre-Employment Medical Assessment
• Working with Children Check

"I love working at St Basil's. My team and I make a real difference in the lives of our clients. When I see how happy they are to see me, it makes my day. We have an amazing team, and I look forward to having more wonderful people join us."
- Home Care Team Member

About St Basil's Homes NSW/ACT

St Basil's Homes NSW & ACT is an activity of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia and was established to provide care and lifestyle options to ageing Australians.

We operate residential aged care homes at Kogarah, Lakemba, Miranda and Randwick, along with community care services across the Sydney metropolitan area.

At St Basil's, we foster a culture of inclusion, respect and person-centred care. We are committed to enhancing quality of life through accommodation, community services, lifestyle programs, clinical care and support services.

Don't miss this opportunity to join a caring and supportive organisation where you can make a meaningful difference every day.

Click "Apply Now" and become part of the St Basil's family.