Community Support Worker at Sydney Health & Care Services in Remote

Community Support Worker – Mental Health ( South Coogee)

Sydney Health & Care Services (SHCS) is growing across Greater Sydney. We're looking for reliable Community Support Workers who can support participants living with mental health challenges — including complex behaviours and dual diagnosis (drug & alcohol).

Start casual with steady hours; part-time contracts and growth available once your client base is established and your reliability is proven.

About Participant:

• Male participant with diagnosed with schizophrenia and has a history of medication non-compliance.
• History of alcohol use prior to hospital admission, alcohol dependency - does drink but has not been flagged as a significant concern
• Heavy smoker and smokes in presence of support workers at home
• Very disorganised and occasional delusional thoughts

Shifts:

Monday to Sunday 7.30am to 10.30am, 4.30pm to 7.30pm - assistance with daily living activities

CP supports:

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday - 1pm to 3pm

What you'll do

• Supervision and prompting of medication administration
• Establishing and maintaining daily routines
• Meal prompting and basic meal preparation
• Appointment attendance and organisation
• Gradual development of independent living skills
• Take participant to his Depot injections and blood test appointments

What you bring

• A reliable car with comprehensive insurance (mandatory), full unrestricted Australian driver's licence, and willingness to travel across Sydney
• Proven reliability, professionalism, and excellent communication
• Minimum 6 months experience in mental health, disability support, or community services (or Certificate IV in Mental Health)
• Calm under pressure; strong judgment and boundaries
• Smartphone literacy for rostering and documentation

Must-have compliance (or willing to obtain)

• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working With Children Check (NSW)
• First Aid & CPR
• Police Check
• Unrestricted work rights in Australia
• Preferred: Certificate III/IV in Community Services, Mental Health, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Why join SHCS

• Consistent shifts with a supportive team and on-the-ground coaching
• Pathway to part-time employment after consistent performance
• Paid training and upskilling in behaviour support and mental health
• Competitive Award pay with penalties and allowances, plus KM reimbursement
• Meaningful work where your reliability genuinely changes lives

Availability

Weekdays and weekends across Greater Sydney (mornings, days, evenings). Let us know your preferred regions so we can build your client base close to home.

Ready to make a real impact? Apply now with your resume and a short note about your mental health experience (or why you want to build it), your Sydney regions, and your typical availability.