About the Role
The Community Support Worker (CSW) Social Support assists clients during day trips or short breaks in the community through the Kites Program. Shifts may start at Bibra Lake or Wangara depots, with rosters varying Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and plan efficient travel routes, proactively anticipating traffic and time management in accordance with the service attendance sheet.
- Drive Amana Living vehicles (10 or 7 seater) and assist with mobilising and transferring clients.
- Provide professional, courteous, and safe transportation to clients and staff in line with program requirements.
- Be alert and aware of, and provide assistance with client’s personal needs during transportation.
- Ensure clients maintain adequate hydration and nutrition by providing assistance as needed.
- Actively engage and work collaboratively with other team members to encourage client social interaction and positive outings.
- Respond to additional client care needs and emergency situations.
- Ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of the bus on a daily basis.
- Ensure that seat belts and mobility equipment are securely positioned.
- Notify Service Coordinator of scheduled service and maintenance requirements and concerns.
Requirements
- A valid WA “C Class” licence
- Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance (within 6-months validity)
- Successful completion of pre-employment physical and reference checks
- Certificate III Community Services (Aged Care Work)
- Current 2026 Flu vaccination
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Time management skills
- Ability to work independently
- Teamwork skills
- Initiative
- Awareness of own limitations
- Sensitivity and maturity to provide personal care
- Creative problem-solving skills
Location
- Bibra Lake
- Wangara
Work Type
- Casual
- Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm
Education Level
- Certificate III Community Services (Aged Care Work)
Benefits
- Competitive Remuneration & Benefits
- Salary Packaging
- School Holidays Childcare Assistance
- Discounted Health Insurance
About the Company
- Amana Living is one of the largest Aged Care providers in Western Australia, operating since 1962.
- Services include residential care homes, transition care programs, retirement living villages, home care, day care, respite, and dementia-specific services.
- Vision: A community where every older person is honoured and valued.
- Mission: Together, we enable older people to maintain their individuality, providing what is needed to support a fulfilling life.
- Values: Compassion, collaboration, curiosity, inclusion and trust.
- Amana Living is proud to lead in reforms that benefit its workforce.
Equal Opportunity
- Amana Living values diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including those who identify as living with disability, are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, or members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
