Community Support Workers - Illawarra
Job No:
CCW626
Location:
Illawarra
Make a difference, close to home.
Do you have a genuine passion for supporting people to live independently? Join CatholicCare Wollongong as a Community Support Worker, where you'll build meaningful relationships with aged care and NDIS participants right in their own homes and community.
We are recruiting Community Support Workers to deliver personal care, domestic assistance, medication support, and social and respite services across the Illawarra region. Permanent part-time positions are available with flexibility to suit your work-life balance.
- Pay rate: $31.13 – $34.59/hour (depending on experience and qualifications) + travel time between clients + KM reimbursement + NFP Salary Packaging
- Hours: Permanent part-time — flexible days and hours
- Position type: Permanent
- Location: Illawarra region
Role highlights
In addition to being part of a values-driven organisation that genuinely makes a difference in people's lives:
- Up to $18,550 tax-free NFP salary packaging
- 3 days additional leave at Christmas
- Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Long service leave after 7 years
- Study leave and professional development opportunities
- Fitness Passport and EAP
What you'll be doing
- Provide personal care and grooming support tailored to individual participant needs
- Assist with domestic tasks including light cleaning, meal preparation, and shopping
- Support accurate medication administration as prescribed by a medical professional
- Provide social support and respite within participants' homes and communities
- Document participant wellbeing and report any significant changes to the care team
What we're looking for
Essential
- Certificate III in Individual Support, Aged Care, Disability or equivalent — completed or working towards (fee-free course options may be available)
- Genuine commitment to supporting people with a disability and/or who are ageing
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Current NSW Driver's Licence and access to a reliable, insured vehicle
Checks required (or willingness to obtain)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working with Children Check
- National Criminal History Check
Desirable (highly regarded)
- Experience providing support in aged care or disability settings
- Experience working with people from CALD backgrounds
- Fluency in a language other than English
Why CatholicCare Wollongong?
At CatholicCare Wollongong, we're committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care that strengthens individuals, families, and communities. You'll be part of a supportive team where your work directly improves the lives of the people you serve — every single day.
Ready to make a difference? Click apply now or see below for the Position Description. Feel free to forward this vacancy to someone you may know!
Click here for the Position Description.
For further information contact Danniele Hayes at dannieleh@catholiccare.dow.org.au
Close Date: 24 May 2026
We value diversity and inclusion. CatholicCare Wollongong welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to child safety and the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. All roles require probity and pre-employment checks.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, so apply early to avoid missing out. We look forward to hearing from you!
