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About Amana Community Services

Amana Community Services (ACS) is a community-focused care provider established in 2020. We deliver aged care and disability support services across Greater Sydney. Our mission is to enhance the wellbeing, independence, choice, and quality of life of older people and people living with disability through person-centred, culturally responsive, and respectful care.

Why Work With Us?

At ACS, we value both our clients and our workforce. We strive to provide a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees can grow professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

We offer:

• Flexible working hours
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Supportive management and team environment
• Meaningful work that makes a positive impact in the community
• Diverse client base and rewarding employment opportunities

Position Summary

ACS is seeking compassionate, reliable, and motivated Support Workers to provide quality care and support to older people and individuals living with disability in their homes and community settings.

Support Workers play a vital role in promoting clients' independence, dignity, choice, and social inclusion while ensuring services are delivered in accordance with relevant legislation, standards, policies, and individual care plans.

Key Responsibilities

The duties of this role may include:

Personal Care Support

• Assistance with showering, grooming, dressing, and personal hygiene
• Assistance with toileting and continence support
• Mobility assistance and transfers (within training and competency requirements)

Domestic Assistance

• General household cleaning
• Laundry and linen changes

Community Access and Social Support

• Shopping and other essential errands
• Transport to appointments and community activities
• Supporting participation in social, recreational, and cultural activities
• Providing companionship and emotional support

Disability Support

• Supporting clients to achieve individual goals and build independence
• Assisting with daily living skills and capacity-building activities
• Following behaviour support plans and support strategies where applicable

Documentation and Compliance

• Completing case notes and required documentation accurately and on time
• Reporting incidents, hazards, concerns, or changes in client wellbeing
• Maintaining client confidentiality, privacy, and dignity
• Following ACS policies, procedures, and safe work practices

Mandatory Requirements

Applicants must have:

• National Police Check (current or willing to obtain)
• Working With Children Check (Employee)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain if required)
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Current Australian Driver Licence
• Reliable, insured motor vehicle
• Right to work in Australia
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Highly Desirable

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Disability or equivalent)
• Previous experience in Aged Care, Home Care, CHSP, HCP, or NDIS services
• Manual Handling training and practical experience
• Multilingual skills and experience working with culturally diverse communities

Our Commitment

ACS is committed to providing safe, high-quality supports that respect the rights, dignity, culture, and individual preferences of every client. All employees are expected to uphold the principles of person-centred care, professional conduct, safeguarding, and continuous improvement.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and supporting documents to:

Email: hr@amanacommunityservices.com

For further information, please contact:

Amana Community Services

Phone: 0410 155 777

Amana Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from people of diverse cultural backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, and individuals of all faiths and communities.

Pay: From $27.28 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 38.0 per week

Work Location: In person