Community Support Worker

Summary of position:

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Support Worker to join our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in delivering personalised support to clients, ensuring their well-being and comfort while fostering their independence.

Available casual positions in the Clare & Mid-North area.

A little bit about us:

Barunga Village is an innovative and ever-growing organisation offering retirement, community and residential services.

As one of the largest employers in the Mid-North, our services reach the wider Mid-North and Yorke Peninsula.

Our purpose is to support our consumers live the best life possible.

About the role:

This position is to provide support and care described in the client support plan such as personal care, housekeeping support, shopping, respite and social support.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Follow clients support plan at all times.
• Provide active companionship and emotional support with clients in their own home.
• Complete the housekeeping as agreed in the clients’ homes.
• Administer medications only as specified in the care plan.
• Promote and foster the independence of the client.
• Provide transport to different appointments, such as doctor, shopping, so on.
• Complete paperwork or upload changes to the system.
• Advise the Service Support Officer if support other than that described in the support plan appears necessary.
• Report to the Service Support Officer any changes observed in the client, the homes safety or other relevant aspects of the home environment.

Any other duties commensurate with the employee’s skills and experience as directed by the Direct Care Leader.

About you:

Essential qualifications and experience.

• Certificate lll in Individual Support is a plus but not mandatory. (Aging, Disability, Home and Community).
• Experience in working with older people or those with disability is desirable.

Core competencies

• Genuine interest in helping other people, regardless of their condition. Being empathetic.
• Ability to make good, positive relationships and communicate warmly with people and their families.
• Self-motivated and emotionally resilient.
• Ability to act autonomously and function effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A non-judgmental attitude regardless of a person’s needs.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and when dealing with challenging situations.
• A strong commitment to working with older people or people with disability.
• Ability to work in a team and supportively.

Some of the work perks:

• Maximise your take home pay with Not – For – Profit Salary Packaging up to $15,900 p/a;
• Origin electricity benefits;
• Short-term, affordable accommodation (conditions apply);
• Chemist discount at Port Broughton United Chemist;
• EAP – Employee Assistance Program;
• Social Club (conditions apply);
• Ongoing training;
• Opportunities to upskill;
• Flexible working arrangements (conditions apply).

How to apply:

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by the 24th of August 2026.

Each application will be reviewed as it is received and if suitable, offered an interview for further consideration. The position will be filled if the right candidate is selected. Therefore, Barunga Village reserves the right to close this job offer before this date. We encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience to be considered.