Job Description
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).
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Casual shifts available:
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(Female workers ONLY)
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Location: Bradbury
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Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 10am - 2pm
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Requires experience in: AOD support, mental health, brain injury, and personal care.
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(Female workers ONLY)
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Location: Penrith
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Thursday: 10am - 3pm
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Requires experience in mental health
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(Female or Male workers)
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Location: Chipping Norton
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Monday and Wednesday: 11am - 1pm
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Requires experience with dementia
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Key Responsibilities of this role:
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Experience supporting people with complex needs, ABI, dementia, and/or mental health
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Supervision and prompting of medication administration
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Strong emotional regulation and calm communication style
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Use validation, reassurance, and redirection during distress
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Respect choice and control, including refusal of support
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Follow Behaviour Support Plans and safety protocols
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Personal care and manual handling when necessary
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Assistance with hygiene, cleaning, and bedding
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Maintain accurate,



objective documentation
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What you bring:
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A reliable car with comprehensive insurance (mandatory), full unrestricted Australian driver's licence, and willingness to travel across Sydney
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Proven reliability, professionalism, and excellent communication
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Minimum 6 months experience in mental health, disability support, or community services (or Certificate IV in Mental Health)
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Calm under pressure; solid judgment and boundaries
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Smartphone literacy for rostering and documentation
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Must-have compliance (or willing to obtain):
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NDIS Worker Screening Check
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Working With Children Check (NSW)
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First Aid & CPR
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Police Check
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Unrestricted work rights in Australia
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Preferred: Certificate III/IV in Community Services, Mental Health, or related field (or equivalent experience)
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Why join SHCS:
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Consistent shifts with a supportive team and on-the-ground coaching
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Pathway to part-time employment after consistent performance
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Paid training and upskilling in behaviour support and mental health
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Competitive Award pay with penalties and allowances, plus KM reimbursement
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Meaningful work where your reliability genuinely changes lives
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📌 Community Support Worker - Mental Health (New South Wales)
🏢 Sydney Health & Care Services
📍 New South Wales