Community Support Worker page is loaded## Community Support Workerlocations: HC Ballinatime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 4 Days Agojob requisition id: JR104584**Home Care - Support Worker - Ballina, Alstonville, Lismore, Casino & Yamba*** Pay rate: $29.81 – $34.52 per hour (based on experience)* Flexible work options: Full-time, Part-time, and Casual roles available (20hr fortnightly contracts)* Increase your take-home pay with salary packaging benefits**Make a Difference with RSL LifeCare**At RSL LifeCare, we help veterans and seniors stay independent in their own homes. Our Home Care team is growing, and we’re looking for caring and reliable Support Workers to make a real impact in people’s lives.For over 100 years, we’ve built strong communities where people can live their best lives. Join a team that cares from the heart.**About the Role**As a Support Worker, you’ll help people stay safe and comfortable at home by:* Helping with personal care (showering, dressing, grooming)* Providing respite care (giving carers a break)* Helping clients stay active and connected in their community* Following care plans to meet each person’s needs* Working as a team to provide the best support possibleWe value and support our team. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:* Salary packaging – Get up to $15,900 tax-free per year to increase your take-home pay* Retail discounts – Save money at 700+ stores* Extra pay on leave – 17.5% leave loading on annual leave* Career growth – Opportunities to move into Residential Care or Community Services**What You Need****Must-Haves:*** A caring nature – Passionate about helping people* Good communication skills – Able to chat and listen to clients and team members* Ability to work independently – Comfortable using technology in your role* Australian working rights* A valid driver’s licence* Access to a reliable, insured car* A Police Check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to get one)**Nice-to-Have (but not required):*** Certificate in Individual Support, Aged Care, Disability, or Community Services (We provide training if you don’t have one!)* Experience in aged care or disability support* First Aid and CPR certificate (or willingness to get one)*It is a mandatory requirement for a team member working in the Aged Care sector to have a valid Police Check or a valid National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) check, or potentially both, to undertake the inherent requirements of the role. Clearances must be verified prior to commencing employment with RSL LifeCare.***Our commitment to diversity:** We are proud to stand for our unique values: Do the Right Thing, Aim Higher, Care from the Heart, and Act as One team.We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Veterans, current serving ADF personnel, their families and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability.## **Location**HC Ballina #J-18808-Ljbffr
