SHCS Sydney Health & Care Services – Sydney NSW Casual/Temporary 29d ago , from SHCS Sydney Health & Care Services Sydney 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 SOUTH COOGEE
1) 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 with diagnosed with schizophrenia and has a history of medication non-compliance.
History of alcohol use prior to hospital admission, alcohol dependency - does drink but has not been 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 *****am, 4.30pm to 7.30pm - assistance with daily living activities CP supports:Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday - 1pm to 3pm CHIPPING NORTON
3) Mature Male participant diagnosed with Dementia Assistance with travel/transport and social support Can become aggressibe/controlling with giving directions when staff are driving Shifts: Monday and Wednesday 10:30am - 12:30pm WHALAN
4) Male participant with non-violent criminal history and has intellectual disability, community access required Shifts:



Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 10am to 12pm Key Responsibilities of this role: Experience supporting people withcomplex needs, ABI, and/or mental health Supervision and prompting of medication administration Robust 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 Personal care and manual handling when necessary Assistance with hygiene, cleaning, and bedding Essential requirements of this role: A 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; strong 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 Consistent shifts with a supportive team and on-the-ground coaching Pathway topart-time employmentafter 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)
🏢 SHCS Sydney Health & Care Services
📍 New South Wales