Western District Health Service – Hamilton VIC

Community Support Worker – Personal Care Community Services | Western District Health Service

Permanent Part Time and Casual Opportunities Available

Minimum 15 hours per week and up to 38 hours per week

Hamilton, Casterton and surrounding communities

Location and working arrangements negotiable for the successful applicant

$32.90 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging Benefits

25% casual loading applies to casual positions

Flexible work arrangements available

Support older people and vulnerable community members to remain independent in their own homes

Looking for flexible work where you can genuinely make a difference? Western District Health Service is seeking caring, reliable and community-minded Community Support Workers – Personal Care to join our Community Services team.

This rewarding role supports participants living in their own homes across the Southern Grampians and Casterton regions. Through personal care, domestic assistance and social support, you'll help people maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life while remaining connected to their local communities.

If you are compassionate, enjoy working with people and want a role where every day makes a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Flexible Work That Fits Around Life We understand that flexibility is important, which is why we're open to discussing both permanent part-time and casual employment opportunities.

Working locations are available across Hamilton, Casterton and surrounding communities, with locations negotiated based on service requirements and the successful applicant's circumstances.



Whether you're looking for work close to home, returning to the workforce, seeking additional income or looking for a role that fits around family and other commitments, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a rewarding prospect to earn while making a genuine difference in the lives of people within your local community.

For casual employees, a 25% casual loading applies in addition to the base hourly rate.

What You'll Be Doing Personal Care Support Provide respectful and person-centred personal care services in participants' homes, including:

Showering, bathing and hygiene assistance

Grooming and personal presentation support

Assistance with dressing and undressing

Toileting and continence support

Domestic Assistance Support participants with household tasks including:

Vacuuming, mopping and dusting

Bathroom and kitchen cleaning

Laundry, washing, drying and ironing

General household organisation and tidying

Daily Living Assistance Assist participants with:

Shopping and errands

Meal preparation

Transport assistance

Social support activities

Other approved support activities in accordance with care plans

Observation & Reporting Monitor participant wellbeing and identify changes in health, behaviour or home safety. Accurately report concerns and maintain required documentation.





Communication & Teamwork Work collaboratively with participants, families, carers and the Community Services team to ensure high-quality care and support.

What You Bring

Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent qualification

A caring, respectful and person-centred approach

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently within participants' homes

Strong time management and organisational skills

Commitment to supporting people to live independently

Current Driver's Licence

Current Police Check (or willingness to obtain)

Rights to work in Australia

Why Join Western District Health Service? About Us At Western District Health Service, we pride ourselves on our strong teamwork and shared commitment to providing person-centred, high-quality healthcare and community services across the Southern Grampians and Glenelg regions.

We are dedicated to living our values of

Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy , and we celebrate diversity, inclusion and accessibility in our workplace.

Meaningful Work, Flexible Lifestyle Every shift provides an opportunity to support someone to remain living safely and independently in their own home. The work is rewarding, varied and highly valued by the communities we serve.

Discover Life in Southwest Victoria Our region offers affordable living, welcoming communities, shorter commutes and access to some of Victoria's most beautiful natural attractions.

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📌 Community Support Worker Personal Care (Hamilton)
🏢 Western District Health Service
📍 Hamilton