Sydney Health & Care Services (SHCS) is growing across Greater Sydney. We're looking for reliable Community Support Workers who can support participants living with mental health challenges — including complex behaviours, dementia and dual diagnosis (drug & alcohol).

Casual shifts available:

(Female workers ONLY)

Location: Bradbury

Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 10am - 2pm

Requires experience in: AOD support, mental health, brain injury, and personal care.

(Female workers ONLY)

Location: Penrith

Thursday: 10am - 3pm

Requires experience in mental health

(Female or Male workers)

Location: Chipping Norton

Monday and Wednesday: 11am - 1pm

Requires experience with dementia

Key Responsibilities of this role:

- Experience supporting people with complex needs, ABI, dementia, 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
- Personal care and manual handling when necessary
- Assistance with hygiene, cleaning, and bedding
- Maintain accurate, objective documentation





What you bring:

- A reliable car with comprehensive insurance (mandatory), full unrestricted 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

Must-have compliance (or willing to obtain):

- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working With Children Check (NSW)
- First Aid & CPR
- Police Check
- Unrestricted work rights in Australia
- Preferred: Certificate III/IV in Community Services, Mental Health, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Why join SHCS:

- Consistent 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

📌 Community Support Worker - Mental Health (Sydney)
🏢 Sydney Health Care Services
📍 Sydney