Community Support Worker

About Juniper:

At Juniper we are proud to be one of Western Australia's biggest local aged care providers, championing individualized care that keeps our customers connected to the people, passions and places they have always loved. Right across the state, we are committed to exceptional care, accommodation, and support services for older Western Australians.

About the Role:

We’re looking for caring and reliable Community Support Workers and Community Support Worker Domestics to join our friendly and supportive Home and Community Care team in the North Metropolitan area of Perth. We have the following permanent part time opportunities available.

We currently have opportunities in:

• Bayswater area: Community Support Worker, Monday-Friday 0700-1700 availability, 40 hours per fortnight.
• Midland area: Community Support Worker Domestic, Mon-Thurs-Fri, 0900-1600, 20 per fortnight.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care such as showering, dressing, grooming, and continence support in a way that maintains dignity and comfort
• Assist with medication, ensuring clients receive the correct medication (full training provided)
• Support with daily living by offering a helping hand to high-care clients with activities that make everyday life easier
• Lend a hand at home with domestic duties, light cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and keeping living spaces safe and welcoming
• Be a friendly face by providing social support and companionship, including driving clients to shops, appointments, or community activities
• Follow personalized care plans to make sure each client’s needs and preferences are met with consistency and care
• Encourage independence by supporting clients to do as much as they can for themselves, using our wellness approach
• Be part of their day by sharing a chat, a smile, or a listening ear that makes all the difference

Key Requirements:

• Previous aged care or community care experience, including personal care (showering, dressing, continence support)
• Certificate III in Aged Care (or equivalent) – desirable
• A current Australian driver’s license and your own reliable car
• A genuine passion for supporting older people to live independently in their own homes
• The ability to build positive, respectful relationships with clients and their families
• Good communication skills and a caring, patient nature
• The ability to work independently while being part of a supportive team

What’s on offer:

• Attractive remuneration $34.25 per hour, plus 12% superannuation
• Non-profit values driven Western Australian aged care provider
• All employees have access to Juniperks an online platform that unlocks exclusive retail discounts, employee perks, wellness initiatives and peer acknowledgement
• Salary Packaging up to $18,550 per annum tax free
• Health Insurance discounts
• Employee Assistance Program with free counselling

How to apply:

If you are passionate about delivering person-centered care and have the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please click Apply and submit your resume.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available. People of all ages and cultures are encouraged to apply. Shortlisting will commence immediately.