The Community Support Worker (CSW) Social Support assists clients whilst on day trips or short breaks in the community through the Kites Program. Please note shifts starts will either at Bibra Lake (South). This is a part‑time role, working 32 hours per fortnight: Week 1 – Monday – Friday 8am to 4pm. Week 2 – Monday – Friday 8am to 4pm.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare and plan efficient travel routes; proactively anticipating traffic and time management in accordance with the service attendance sheet
- Driving Amana Living vehicles (10 seater or 7 seater vehicles)and assisting with mobilising and transferring clients –moving clients from place to place whilst in the community
- Provide professional, courteous, and secure transportation to clients and staff in line with the program requirements
- Be alert and aware of and provide assistance with client’s personal needs during transportation
- Assists with mobilising and transferring clients – moving clients from place to place whilst in the community
- Ensure clients maintain adequate hydration and nutrition by providing assistance as needed
- Actively engage and work collaboratively with other team members to encourage client social interaction and positive and enjoyable outings
- Responds to additional client care needs and emergency situations
- Ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of the bus on a daily basis
- Ensure that seat belts and mobility equipment such as wheelchairs, walking frames and walking sticks are securely positioned
- Notify Service Coordinator of scheduled service and maintenance requirements and concerns
About you
- Proven organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Confidence to take initiative whilst being aware of own limitations
- Sensitivity and maturity to provide personal care to another person(s)
- Creative problem‑solving skills when working independently
- Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance (within 6-months validity)
- Successful completion of pre-employment physical and reference checks
- Certificate III Community Services (Aged Care Work)
Why Join us?
- Salary Packaging
- Discounted Health Insurance
At Amana Living, we value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those who identify as living with disability, are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, or members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
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📌 Community Support Worker - Kites Social Support (City of Cockburn)
🏢 Amana Living
📍 City of Cockburn
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