About the role

Beyond Support is seeking a Community Worker to assess clients’ needs, develop and deliver support programs, and help people with disability access services and participate in their community. The role involves working with clients, families, carers and local organisations to coordinate support and review clients’ progress.

Duties and responsibilities

- Assess clients’ needs and plan, develop and deliver education, training and support programs suited to their circumstances and goals.
- Interview clients to understand the nature and extent of the difficulties they face and how those difficulties affect their daily lives.
- Monitor clients’ progress, maintain accurate case records and prepare reports on their outcomes and ongoing support needs.
- Refer clients to agencies and service providers that can offer additional assistance.
- Assess community needs and identify available resources in health, welfare, housing, employment, education and training.
- Liaise with community groups, welfare agencies, government bodies and private businesses to address local issues and raise awareness of available services and resources.
- Support families and provide education and care to children and people with disability in adult service units, group homes and government facilities, as applicable.
- Where assigned and authorised,



supervise individuals on probation or parole and monitor compliance with their supervision requirements.
- Help young people identify practical ways to address social, emotional and financial difficulties and connect them with specialist services where needed.
- Prepare submissions for funding and resources and write reports for government bodies and other agencies.

Qualifications and experience

- An AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in Community Services, Disability, Youth Work or a related field.
- At least one year of full-time relevant work experience is required.
- Ability to assess client needs, develop support programs and make appropriate referrals.
- Solid communication, case documentation and report-writing skills.
- Ability to work respectfully with people with disability, families and people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
- Familiarity with the NDIS and person-centred practice is desirable.

How to apply

Submit your résumé and a brief cover letter outlining your qualifications and relevant experience. Include an example of how you helped someone access a service, develop a practical skill or participate in their community

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENS AND PERMANENT RESIDENTS ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

📌 Community Worker (Sydney)
🏢 Beyond Support Australia
📍 Sydney