Casual Support Worker - Condobolin

Neighbourhood Central Ltd. is a not-for-profit community-based organisation committed to providing quality support services to the community. 

We currently have an opportunity for a casual Support Worker to join our team to deliver of a range of home care services to our home-based elderly clients living in Condobolin.

We are seeking a friendly, compassionate, client-focused individual who is wanting a career where they can truly make a difference to the lives of others.

The role involves:

• Help in the home, including household chores and meal preparation.
• Assistance with personal care, including personal hygiene, showering, dressing, help at mealtimes.
• Assistance with transport and community access for appointments, shopping, and outings.
• Supporting clients to maintain and improve their independence and well-being.

We welcome applications from both experienced SUPPORT WORKERs and those new to the industry who are passionate about caring for others.

Ideally, the applicant will have, or is working towards a Certificate III Individual Support (Aged Care) or similar, and have a current first aid certificate. In addition, you must have a current drivers licence and your own reliable and suitable vehicle.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment checks (including Criminal Record Check and medical check) prior to commencement of employment.

Working at Neighbourhood Central provides opportunities to make a real difference in people’s lives. We work together with our communities and partners to support children, young people, adults (including older people), families and our communities to improve lives. 

Our vision is to empower people and communities to grow and celebrate diversity, to be safe and connected. 

Work with us and do work that really matters.

About you

We are looking for candidates who have the following skills and attributes:

Essential Criteria:

1. Minimum Certificate III (or currently working towards)  Aged Care, Individual Support, OR demonstrated relevant experience.
2. Ability to understand and maintain the dignity, integrity, rights and confidentiality of clients.
3. Sound computer literacy, written and verbal communication skills.
4. Appropriately registered and insured vehicle accessible for aged clients if required.
5. Current First Aid certificate (or willing to obtain).
6. Current NSW drivers licence.
7. Availability to work weekends (on occasion) and travel to other locations if required.

1. Obtain an information package from Neighbourhood Central 80-82 Currajong Street Parkes, or via email **@ncentral.org.au, or download from: www.ncentral.org.au/positions-vacant.html
2. Provide a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you will meet the requirements of the role (criteria is listed above); and,
3. Provide an up-to-date resume (maximum 4 pages) showcasing your skills, experience and achievements. In your resume include details of at least two people who can be contacted who can provide information about how you meet the requirements.
4. Submit your resume and a cover letter via SEEK.

Shortlisting and interviews will commence immediately.

There is no set closing date for applications, however we encourage prospective candidates to apply as early as possible as applications will close as soon as a suitable applicant is found.

It is a condition of engagement for a role within Neighbourhood Central that staff be appropriately vaccinated against COVID-19.