About us:
Centacare, an Agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane, is a values-based organisation committed to providing services to the entire community, regardless of religion, circumstance, ethnicity, economic situation, age, gender, or ability. Centacare has a workforce of over 3,000, including volunteers, andoperatesinnumerouslocations, supporting tens of thousands of people annually. Join us in helping make a positive difference!
We are currently seeking
Casual Support Workers
to support clients in their own homes and local communities across nearby suburbs. This role sits within our
Queensland Community Support Scheme (QCSS)
program, which delivers
low-intensity, person-centred supports
to help individuals maintain independence, strengthen community connections, and continue living safely in their own homes.
About QCSS
The Queensland Community Support Scheme focuses on:
Supporting people to
live independently
Promoting
choice, dignity, and autonomy
Enhancing
social participation and community inclusion
Delivering
flexible, strengths-based support
tailored to individual needs
What We Can Offer
Salary packaging
benefits
Paid travel time
and kilometre reimbursement between clients
Paid training
on commencement and ongoing professional development
Strong focus on
staff wellbeing, safety, and support
Access to
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Stable employment within a values-driven organisation
An
inclusive, respectful workplace
aligned with QCSS and organisational values
About the Role
In line with QCSS objectives, you will provide
low-intensity, non-clinical supports
that promote independence and well-being.
Your responsibilities will include:
Empowering clients to
maintain independence and achieve personal goals
Providing
domestic assistanc
e,



including cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation
Supporting
social and community participation
through companionship and outings
Assisting with
personal care and daily routines
as required
Transporting clients safely and assisting with errands using your own vehicle
Working independently while building
respectful, trusting relationships that uphold dignity, choice, and privacy
What You Will Bring:
Solid communication skills and the ability to support and motivate clients toward independence
A genuine passion for supporting others with a
caring, reliable, and compassionate approach
Understanding of
person-centred and strengths-based support
, consistent with QCSS principles
Experience in Hospitaility, Cleaning or Customer Service.
Currently enrolled in, or completion of, a
Certificate III or higher
in:
Ability to work autonomously and responsibly in a community-based setting
Essential Requirements
Australian working rights
Current Australian Open driver's licence
Queensland motor vehicle registration
Willing to Obtain
First Aid Statement of Attainment
CPR Statement of Attainment
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Blue Card
Australian Criminal History Check (issued within the last 6 months)
The Archdiocese of Brisbane is committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults engaged in Archdiocesan activities,ministriesand services, andmaintainsa zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse. To support this commitment, we conduct referee checks and criminal history screening during the recruitment process and requireemployees to hold a current Queensland Working with Children Blue Card and/or undergo regular criminal history checks.
Additional information
Salary packaging up to $18,550 per annum, increasing take-home pay
Chermside area
Shifts between Monday to Friday
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📌 Support Worker (Queensland)
🏢 Centacare
📍 Queensland