Community Support Worker

Are you enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where your flexibility, dedication and work quality can shine? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

No two days are the same in this dynamic role! One day you could be assisting a person to build their independent living skills and the next day you could be out and about providing connection to their local community or going to the football game. This is a rewarding and varied role!

What you'll do:

• Provide person-centred support to people
• Assist participants in achieving their personal goals through meaningful engagement
• Promote community inclusion and social engagement
• Assist people with community outings which may include recreational activities, appointments, and independent living skills
• Support people with their daily living skills and activities within the home

What you'll bring to the role:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the disability sector, ideally in a similar community-based role
• Passion for working with people in their homes and the community
• Experience supporting individuals with their emotional regulation and using implemented strategies for positive behaviour support
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with participants and families
• Ability to work across weekdays and weekends as per the required roster
• Ability to use your own vehicle travelling within the Perth metro area
• Commitment to the NDIS Standards and the Safeguarding of children and adults at risk

What you'll need:

• Minimum of two years’ experience supporting people with disabilities
• Australian Citizenship or Full and unrestricted working rights for Australia
• Driver’s licence and vehicle for work use with comprehensive insurance
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Certificate of the NDIS ‘Quality, Safety & You’ of the NDIS Workers Orientation Module
• Working with Children and DCP check
• Identitywa highly recommend COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations for all workers

Availability

We require our workers to be able to do a mix of shifts between 6:00am and 6.00pm Wednesday – Sunday. Must be available for 60 hours per fortnight with options available from South Fremantle to Wilson and surrounding areas.

Application Instructions:

If you are ready to join us in making a meaningful impact as a Support Worker, we want to hear from you.

To apply, please click Apply to view the full job description (JDF) and submit your resume and a cover letter.

Applications close Monday 5 October 2026

Who we are:

Identitywa is one of WA's leading disability support agencies. For over 45 years, we have been supporting people with disabilities and their families. Our vision at Identitywa is 'All people live with a sense of purpose, sense of belonging and a sense of wellbeing’; we work in partnership with participants and families to build a community where participants can enjoy fulfilled and independent lives.

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation and encourage applications from people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and of mature age.