Manning Support Services (MSS) is an award-winning community service organisation that has been operating on the NSW Mid North Coast for more than 40 years. MSS is a multi-service not-for-profit with a mission to enhance the quality of people’s lives by providing services which enable them to live with dignity and respect.

MSS has opportunities for casual Home Support Workers in the Forster/Tuncurry region to assist our home-based aged care clients to remain independent and supported.

Our Home Support Workers provide our clients with assistance in daily life activities such as domestic assistance, personal care, social support and respite, both within their homes and within the community.

Selection Criteria

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support - Aged Care, or equivalent industry qualification

Proven personal care experience

Current First Aid Certificate and CPR

Current NSW provisional or full driver's license

Reliable motor vehicle (including valid NSW registration and minimum third-party property damage insurance)

Adequate level of fitness: due to the quantity of domestic assistance, which includes manual handling, candidates who pass the interview stage are required to attend a pre-employment fitness assessment, which MSS will arrange and pay for

Personal Attributes:

Ability to communicate sensitively with people from a diverse range of backgrounds

Understanding of safe work practices and the use of appropriate manual handling techniques

Ability to work independently with excellent time management skills

Commitment to maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of our clients

An empathetic, compassionate and flexible approach to the role

What do we offer?

Flexible working environment with a positive work culture

Casual employment in a growing organisation with excellent remuneration

Paid mileage between clients

Option of Fitness Passport discounted gym and pool membership

How to Apply

All candidates must apply using the Seek online process

Applications must include a current resume and a cover letter that addresses each of the selection criteria above

Candidates that do not follow these steps will not be considered

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is Friday 27th April at 5pm.

Further Information

Please contact Laura Lancaster if you have any questions about the role.
Email: [email protected] Phone: (02) 6551 1800.

For a full position description for this role please email: [email protected]

We encourage and welcome applications from First Nations Australians, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.