Who we are:

With over 30 suburbs spanning 158.1 km2 and home to 148,000 people, the City of Salisbury is the second most populated local government in metropolitan Adelaide and the fourth largest local government, making it one of the most significant Council areas in South Australia.

The Role:

The Support Worker plays a vital role in promoting customer independence, wellness, and reablement through the delivery of tailored support services. This role involves liaising and consulting with customers referred for various CHSP services to assess their needs, identify opportunities to enhance independence, and address safety considerations within the home.

Key Responsibility

• Provide a level of support with individuals using the Commonwealth Home Support Programme wellness approach (if relevant) that builds on the strengths, capacity and wishes of individuals, and encourages actions that promote self-sufficiency
• Encourage and support client to continue interests, friendships and social interactions
• Encourage customers independence and support them with maintaining or strengthening their capabilities
• Report any concerns or changes in individuals' circumstances to the Home Assist Team Leader
• Determine and document service requirements for ongoing support
• Deliver services in accordance with the Commonwealth Home Support Programme Manual and Aged Care Quality Standards

Skill & Competencies:

• Certificate III in Home and Community Care or Aged Care or proven experience in a similar community care role
• Empathy and understanding of older people and carers
• Proven experience in the use MS Office suite and computerised record management applications
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work with people from a range of social, financial and cultural backgrounds
• Valid NDIS workers check (or willing to obtain)
• A current driver licence and willingness to participate in a practical driving assessment
• Provide First Aid Certificate (or willing to obtain)

Why join us?

• Employees at City of Salisbury enjoy a benefit that includes income protection insurance for personal illnesses or injuries, health and wellness programs designed to support their overall well-being including skin checks, health seminars, flu vaccinations and free access to counselling sessions for you or your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Programs.
• Professional Development Opportunities.
• Inclusive and Supportive Workplace Culture.
• Contribute to creating and maintaining outstanding spaces for the Community to enjoy.

Further information is available by accessing the Position Description.

People who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and of diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

All enquiries can be made to Paul Luce on 0401 984 770, [email protected]

Applications close 5pm Monday, 20th October 2025.