OverviewSydney Health & Care Services (SHCS) is growing across Greater Sydney.
We're looking for reliable Home Care and Community Support Workers who can support participants living with mental health challenges — including complex behaviours and dual diagnosis (drug & alcohol) in South Coogee, Whalan and Chipping Norton.Participant DetailsSouth Coogee1) Mature Male participant with active Alcohol and Drug Abuse, physical aggression and suicidal ideation behaviours.
Supports: (Male or female support worker).
Shifts: Monday to Sunday 9am to 12pm.2) Male participant diagnosed with schizophrenia and has a history of medication non‐compliance.
History of alcohol use prior to hospital admission, alcohol dependency – does drink but not flagged as a significant concern.
Heavy smoker and smokes in presence of support workers at home.
Very disorganised and occasional delusional thoughts.
Shifts: Monday to Sunday 7:30am to 10:30am and 4:30pm to 7:30pm – assistance with daily living activities.
CP supports: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday 1pm to 3pm.Chipping Norton3) Mature Male participant diagnosed with Dementia.
Assistance with travel/transport and social support.
Can become aggressive/controlling when staff are driving.
Shifts: Monday and Wednesday 10:30am to 12:30pm.Whalan4) Male participant with non‐violent criminal history and intellectual disability, community access required.
Shifts: Tuesday,



Thursday and Saturday 10am to 12pm.Key ResponsibilitiesExperience supporting people with complex needs, ABI, and/or mental health.Supervision and prompting of medication administration.Strong emotional regulation and calm communication style.Use validation, reassurance, and redirection during distress.Respect choice and control, including refusal of support.Follow Behaviour Support Plans and safety protocols.Maintain accurate, objective documentation.Personal care and manual handling when necessary.Assistance with hygiene, cleaning, and bedding.Essential RequirementsA reliable car with comprehensive insurance (mandatory), Australian driver's licence, and willingness to travel across Sydney.Proven reliability, professionalism, and excellent communication.Minimum 6 months experience in mental health, disability support, or community services (or Certificate IV in Mental Health).
Calm under pressure; robust judgment and boundaries.Smartphone literacy for rostering and documentation.NDIS Worker Screening Check.Working With Children Check (NSW).
First Aid & CPR.Police Check.Unrestricted work rights in Australia.Why Join SHCSConsistent shifts with a supportive team and on‐the‐ground coaching.Pathway to part‐time employment after consistent performance.Paid training and upskilling in behaviour support and mental health.Competitive Award pay with penalties and allowances, plus KM reimbursement.Meaningful work where your reliability genuinely changes lives.
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📌 Home Care And Community Support Worker (New South Wales)
🏢 Sydney Health & Care Services
📍 New South Wales