Join Our Caring Team – Carer / Support Worker

Are you someone who genuinely cares about others and finds joy in supporting people to live more independently. If you’re kind, compassionate and dedicated to making a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Casson Communities is currently looking for a Carer / Support Worker to join our small supportive team working with in our Supported Independent Living (SIL) homes. We also provide care to individuals in the community so there may be opportunities to work across both settings depending on your experience and interests.

This is a rewarding role where you’ll be helping people living with mental health challenges, disabilities and aged care needs to live with dignity, purpose and independence.

About the Role

As a Carer / Support Worker, you’ll be an essential part of our team, providing person-centred support that promotes independence, dignity, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide compassionate, respectful care in a home-like setting.

Assist with personal care tasks: toileting, showering, grooming, and dressing.

Support with meal preparation and light domestic duties.

Escort clients to appointments, social outings, and shopping.

Follow individualised care plans closely.

Work both independently and within a small support team.

Liaise professionally with families and representatives.

Promote dignity, choice, and the achievement of personal goals.

Be available for a variety of shifts, including active sleepover shifts.

Confident driving people in the community

To be successful in the is role, you will need:

Key Requirements

Previous experience as a Carer and or /Support Worker in mental health, disability or aged care

Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (or equivalent)

NDIS Worker Screening Check

First Aid Certificate

WA Driver’s Licence and access to a reliable, registered, fully insured vehicle

Full Comprehensive Car Insurance

Experience working in mental health, disability, or aged care

Unrestricted working hours & rights to work in Australia

Medication Management & Manual Handling Certificates

Clear and respectful communicator with excellent listening skills

Reliable, organised and punctual.

Shifts Available

Community support shifts range from 3 – 5 hours, Monday to Friday.

All shifts start at 9am, 12pm or 1pm.

Community support shift starts locations are North Perth, and the wider metropolitan area.

SIL Support – North Perth and South Guildford

Monday 2pm – 10pm

Tuesday 6am – 2pm

Wednesday 6am – 2pm

Friday 6am – 2pm

Saturday 6am – 2pm

Sunday 6am – 2pm

About Us

Casson Communities is a small, dedicated organisation with a long-standing history of supporting people with mental health challenges. Our SIL homes offer 24/7 care tailored to each client’s needs, while our community support services focus on empowering individuals to live meaningful lives in their own homes or in the community.

We pride ourselves on working as a close-knit team that values empathy, respect and the unique contribution of each staff member. Casson Communities is the NDIS division of Casson Homes Inc. A not-for-profit organisation proudly supporting West Australians with chronic mental illness since 1922.

Application Questions

Your application will include responses to the following:

How many years of experience you have as a Carer /Support Worker?

Do you have an Australian Drivers Licence?

Does your vehicle have insurance for business use?

List and explain your experience in mental health, aged care or disability sector.

Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check?

Have you completed a Cert III or IV in Individual Support?

Do you have unrestricted working hours and rights to work in Australia?

When submitting your application please provide a cover letter addressing the above questions and what has motivated you to apply for the role. Please submit your application to [email protected] please address your application to Kendell Williams Community Services Officer – Casson Communities Human Resources Team.