Community Support Worker
- Mental Health SHCS Sydney Health & Care Services – Sydney NSW Casual/Temporary 17d ago , from SHCS Sydney Health & Care Services 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
- 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 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)
- 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

📌 Community Support Worker (Sydney)
🏢 SHCS Sydney Health & Care Services
📍 Sydney