Support Worker (Px190/24)

Part-time, fixed-term contract until November 2026 (multiple positions available)

About Us

The City of Cockburn is dynamic and rapidly growing, offering generous employment conditions and highly desirable lifestyle benefits, including:

• Generous superannuation (up to 15.5%)
• Professional development opportunities
• Additional 2 days of leave per year
• Cockburn ARC membership
• Wellness programs

About the Role

We are seeking to fill multiple Support Worker roles!

Currently we are looking for workers on Thursdays and Fridays as a priority.

Cockburn Care is currently seeking to recruit people who have a can-do attitude, with a willingness to learn and be adaptable. We are part of the City of Cockburn, and the clients we service reside throughout the city. Our Goal is to provide care and support to our aged residents, enabling them to remain living in their own homes. This includes:

• Domestic Assistance- Home cleaning (Cleaning makes up approximately 80% of a support worker’s daily tasks)
• Personal Care- Assistance with showering and hygiene
• Transportation- Assistance to medical appointments and shopping
• In-home Respite
• Social support in accessing and staying connected to the community

As a Support Worker you would be required have a driver’s licence and reliable and clean vehicle, as you will be traveling to each individual client you support, as well as transporting clients in your car. Mileage and travel time is reimbursed. Training and a full induction including buddy shifts are provided.

What you’ll need

• Cert III in Aged Care, Individual Support or Disability Support
• Valid driver's license and reliable, clean vehicle with registration and insurance
• First Aid and CPR certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Technology savvy, with experience using mobile apps
• Previous experience in aged care

What’s in it for you

• Competitive hourly rates
• Flexible and family friendly hours available
• Supportive and friendly team
• Professional development opportunities
• Guaranteed minimum hours per week
• Fixed term part time contract

Salary – $63,429 - $66,810 per annum (pro-rata), dependant on skills and experience.

Hours: Please indicate on your application if you are interested in weekday or weekend / evening work. Our evening work is generally from 4pm to 7pm.

For more information about these exciting positions, please call Erin Freyer - Operations Manager on 9411 3780.

Closing Date – Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible

To apply: Please read the attached position description and selection criteria for a full understanding of the role before applying. Then click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button on the City’s webpage (www.cockburn.wa.gov.au/employment ) and complete the online application.

The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to this date.

Applicants are required to demonstrate a commitment to the City of Cockburn values

The City of Cockburn embraces diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, young people and people with disabilities.