SydWest Multicultural is a not-for-profit organisation which is committed in providing a broad range of services across Greater Western Sydney, the Inner West and the City of Sydney. We are a leading organisation on cultural diversity offers flexible and integrated services across the life cycle for refugees and migrants; support for seniors; disability support; women and families; youth; housing support; and settlement services.

SydWest Multicultural Services’ Mission is to deliver quality services meeting diverse needs to maximise individual and community outcomes.

Our Vision is to create an inclusive society where all people have equal opportunities to grow and thrive.

Role Overview

The Project Support Assistant - CHSP is part of the SydWest’s Aged Care Team which is part of SydWest’s Aged Care Services Division. This position is responsible for providing individual assistance to SydWest’s Aged Care Consumers as outlined in their individual care plans. The Project Support Assistant role is a crucial frontline role which ensures all consumers needs are met and all services are delivered to a Gold Standard.

Key Accountabilities

Provide Gold Standard, Respectful and Culturally Sensitive Centre-based Respite and Group Social Support to SydWest’s Aged Care Consumers

Provide Gold Standard Customer Service to all SydWest Aged Care Consumers

Provide SydWest’s Aged Care Consumers services consistent with Aged Care Quality Standards and Aged Care Quality & Safety Commission Policies & Procedures

Adhere to SydWest’s Policies & Procedures related to the work being undertaken in order to ensure own & others safety in the workplace

Ensuring own and others safety in working within a community related role

Essential Criteria

Bilingual Desired

Certificate III or IV in Individual Support / Ageing or experience in running group-based activities

Minimum P2 Driver's license and access to a fully registered and comprehensively insured motor vehicle;

Personal Smart Phone & Internet Access

Basic computer knowledge

Availability & flexibility to work a variety of shifts from Monday to Friday

Effective verbal and written communication skills to engage effectively with a broad audience

Knowledge and Ability in supporting consumers from a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Background

Awareness of the Aged Care Quality Standards and Aged Care Quality & Safety Commission

Current Australian National Police check

Current Working with Children Check

Current First Aid Certificate

How to apply:

To apply for this position visit our website and please submit the below:

Resume

Cover Letter clearly addressing how you meet each of the Essential Criteria

SydWest Multicultural Services adheres to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity, workplace health and safety and is a child safe organisation.