At a Glance
- Tasks: Support older people with personal care, domestic tasks, and social connections.
- Company: FOCUS Connect, a trusted not-for-profit charity with 42 years of community support.
- Benefits: Consistent hours, training opportunities, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on connection and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in your local community.
- Qualifications: Passion for care, strong communication skills, and relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 19.8 - 24.2 $ per hour.
Support independence. Build connection. Make every shift meaningful.
Are you passionate about supporting people from diverse cultural backgrounds to live independently and stay connected to their community? At FOCUS Connect, we don't just provide care - we walk alongside people to build confidence, strengthen connections, and support independence.
We're looking for a caring and reliable Support Worker to join our team in the Fairfield West, Mount Pritchard, Canley Heights and Liverpool area, supporting older people through a mix of personal care, domestic assistance, and social support. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for consistent hours across Monday - Friday. Language skills are highly regarded but are not essential.
Why Join FOCUS Connect?
- Meaningful work that creates real impact in people's daily lives
- Consistent, local shifts in your community
- Supportive, inclusive team culture
- Opportunities for training and development
- Be part of a trusted organisation supporting the community for over 42 years
About the Role
This role focuses on supporting older people to remain living safely and independently at home while staying connected to their community. Your day may include:
- Providing personal care including showering, dressing, and hygiene support
- Providing medication assistance
- Assisting with domestic assistance such as light cleaning, laundry, and basic household tasks
- Providing social support including companionship and community access
- Supporting clients to attend appointments or activities
- Building genuine, respectful relationships with clients
What You Bring
- A genuine passion for supporting older people
- A caring, respectful, and reliable approach
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience in personal care
- Willingness to support or learn domestic assistance tasks
- Ability to work independently in the community
- Qualification in Individual Aged Care or Community Services (Cert III or above) or equivalent
- Current NSW Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle
- Experience providing personal care
- National Police Check & Working With Children Check
- Proof of working rights in Australia
- Smartphone for rostering
- Languages Highly Regarded (Current Priority Areas): Cantonese
- Desirable (but not essential): Experience across Personal Care, Domestic Assistance and Social Support roles
About Us
FOCUS Connect is a registered not-for-profit charity supporting people across children, youth, family and aged care services. Our work is guided by our values:
- Connection - We build trusted relationships that strengthen people and communities
- Inclusion - We create culturally safe environments where every person feels valued and belongs
- Creativity - We think differently to support independence and meaningful outcomes
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