Community Based Support (CBS) is a not-for-profit Tasmanian organisation delivering aged care and disability services. We enable people to live safely in their homes and enjoy access to the community as they wish. Our work ensures quality of life is enhanced by providing a range of support services that are tailored to meet individual needs and goals to maximise independence.

Support Worker - Aged Care and Disability - Permanent Part Time

The Support Worker provides flexible and person-centred care to people accessing aged care and disability services. They assist our vulnerable community members to be independent and live in their own homes, in a way that understands, respects and facilitates individual interests, needs and preferences.

Key responsibilities:

Provide practical and physical support as needed for daily personal care and domestic duties, including assistance with:

Daily hygiene routines and personal care

Preparation and cooking of meals

Assist with medications

Provide social support, such as having a coffee, going shopping, buying groceries, attending appointments

Domestic assistance with vacuuming, making beds and general household cleaning

Provide encouragement and support to maintain independent living skills

Encourage and support clients to understand their rights and responsibilities and to make informed decisions while maintaining the client’s dignity, integrity and confidentiality

Complete reports and document incidents in accordance with CBS policies and procedures

Why join our organisation?

Not-for-profit organisation that supports the local community

Ongoing support, supervision, and opportunities for professional development

A dynamic, fun team including a supportive management culture

Salary Packaging up to $18,900 per year, which allows you to reduce the amount of tax you pay

Access to the Fitness Passport program for discounted and unlimited use of gyms and pools in your area

17.5% leave loading

What you bring:

Certificate III in Individual Support

Current Working with Vulnerable People Registration (or ability to obtain)

A National Police Check that is no older than 3 months (or ability to obtain)

Driver's licence and access to a reliable car

First Aid and CPR certificate

Full Covid-19 Vaccination (including 2025 booster) and 2025 Influenza Vaccination

For further information and to obtain a copy of the PD, please contact us at [email protected]

Closing date:

Sunday 5th October 2025 – however, please note that shortlisting will take place throughout the advertising period.

For more about Community Based Support, check out our website: https://www.cbsaust.org.au/

Community Based Support is an Equal Opportunity Employer