Community Support Assistant - Doncaster

Community Support Assistant - Doncaster

VMCH is seeking a Community Support Assistant to join our team in Doncaster. This is a casual role requiring onsite work.

Make a Real Difference in People’s Lives Every Day

VMCH offers flexible hours, meaningful work, and the opportunity to support your community as part of a trusted care team delivering compassion at home.

About the Role

In this rewarding position, you will provide personalised, person-centred care to empower clients to live independently and achieve their best quality of life.

• Flexible casual hours are available.
• Availability is required for at least three weekdays between 7am and 6pm.
• You will support clients in Doncaster and the surrounding community.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Provide companionship and social support.
• Help with meal preparation and light household tasks.
• Transport clients to appointments and outings.

About You

You possess a genuine passion for supporting older members of the community and take pride in creating meaningful, positive experiences in their daily lives. You have strong communication skills, enabling you to build trusting relationships and support clients in maintaining their independence and achieving their personal goals.

Requirements:

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care, Home and Community, or Disability) or equivalent.
• A current driver’s licence and access to a fully insured (comprehensive), registered vehicle for travel between client homes.
• Willingness to obtain a First Aid certificate, CPR certificate, and Police check.
• Genuine respect for the dignity and independence of older people.
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to work autonomously in a community setting.
• Availability across a flexible casual roster, including some early mornings.

Why VMCH?

VMCH is a great place to work because of the people we employ. In addition, VMCH offers:

• A rewarding and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay.
• A flexible and family-friendly work culture, with wellbeing initiatives and paid parental leave.
• An employee assistance program providing assistance with employee, manager, career, conflict, nutrition and lifestyle, money, family, and legal matters.
• Discounted private health insurance, school holiday programs, and car hire.
• The opportunity to open a high-interest savings account with our banking partner.

VMCH values diversity, champions inclusion, and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and with all abilities to consider joining our vibrant community.

About Us

VMCH's services are as diverse as the people we support. As a for-purpose organisation, love, joy, hospitality, and courage guide everything we do. With over a century of experience, we are committed to supporting people and families to live their best lives, providing a place to call home and spaces to learn and grow.

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we encourage you to apply.

To work at VMCH, you will be required to provide proof of work rights and a current Australian Criminal History Check.

VMCH does not accept unsolicited resumes, emails, or phone calls from recruitment agencies.