Casual Community Support Worker
Make a Real Difference Every DayDLi is seeking compassionate, motivated Community Support Workers to join our Social and Community Participation (SCP) team in a range of casual roles across metropolitan Adelaide. Shifts…
Make a Real Difference Every Day
DLi is seeking compassionate, motivated Community Support Workers to join our Social and Community Participation (SCP) team in a range of casual roles across metropolitan Adelaide.
Shifts can be as short as two hours, so these roles are best suited to people with broad availability who are happy to pick up shorter shifts as well as longer ones.
This role is ideal for support workers who are passionate about empowering people with disability to live the life they choose, while promoting independence, dignity and meaningful community participation, and having fun along the way!
About DLi
DLi has supported South Australians with disability services for more than 40 years. We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred supports that empower people to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.
Our Values
At DLi, everything we do is guided by our values:
- Impactful - We have a positive impact, supporting people to thrive and succeed.
- Joyful - We create positive experiences and celebrate achievements.
- Connected - We build strong relationships that foster safety, trust and belonging.
- Supportive - We encourage and empower people to achieve their goals.
- Genuine - We are respectful, honest and fair in all that we do.
What's in it for You?
At DLi, we value our people and invest in their growth and success.
Benefits include:
- Casual hourly rates commencing from $45.72 per hour
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive induction and onboarding program
- Discounted Corporate Private Health Insurance through Medibank
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives every day
About the Role
As an SCP Community Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support to clients across DLi’s social and community participation programs. You will work with our clients, their families and support networks to help people achieve their goals, build independence and take an active part in their communities. It is a rewarding role where you will make a real difference in people’s lives.
Support may include:
- 1:1 community access and social participation
- Group supports at our Windsor Gardens hub (Day Options)
- In-home support to build capacity and independent living skills
- Skill development and tailored learning, in a group or 1:1
- Transport to appointments and activities
Current Shift Opportunities
We have multiple casual roles available across metropolitan Adelaide, covering 1:1 community support, in-home support and shared group support at our Windsor Gardens hub, where a number of shifts fall within school hours. Shifts start from a two-hour minimum, and we are looking for people with broad availability who are open to shorter shifts.
There are currently plenty of shifts available, so team members who offer wide availability and are open to a mix of locations and support types can scale up their hours to suit them.
As these are casual positions, shifts are offered based on client needs and operational requirements, and no minimum hours are guaranteed.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- A person-centred approach to support
- Motivation and initiative
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong documentation and record-keeping abilities
- The ability to build rapport and maintain professional boundaries
- Reliability and flexibility
- Experience supporting people with disability and/or complex support needs
- A genuine passion for supporting people to achieve their goals
Essential Requirements:
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), Disability, Nursing, Community Services or a related qualification
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Current Working with Children Check
- Safe Environments for Children and Young People training (or willingness to complete it) for roles supporting young people
- Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
- Current Manual Handling Training
- Medication Administration certification
- Mealtime Management training
- Infection Control training
- Evidence of Australian working rights
- Current Australian Driver's Licence
- Reliable and comprehensively insured vehicle available for work purposes
Diversity and Inclusion
DLi is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disability.
Apply Today
Join a values-driven organisation where your contribution matters and where every shift is an opportunity to positively impact someone's life.
We are seeking multiple casual Community Support Workers across metropolitan Adelaide.
Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the advertisement may close early once suitable candidates are found, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.