Community Support Team Member

About us: 

ATSICHS Brisbane is a not-for-profit community owned health and human services organization delivering on the unique health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in greater Brisbane and Logan. We are the largest, most comprehensive Aboriginal Medical Health Service in Queensland, and Australia’s second oldest. We are determined to create a flourishing future and lasting legacy for our people and our community.   

Our services include medical and dental clinics, mums and bubs programs, an aged care facility, family and child safety services, social and emotional wellbeing services, kindergarten programs and a youth service. 

Our vision for the future is to deliver healthy, connected Indigenous urban communities. To do this we are focusing on five strategic priorities: 

• ​​Champion healthy individuals and thriving families 

• Build a strong and sustainable future 

• Innovation and excellence 

• Our partners 

• Our people.  

See more at our website - http://atsichsbrisbane.org.au 

About the Role

The Community Support Team Member is responsible for delivering person-centred support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disabilities, Elders and other community members requiring assistance. This role encompasses a variety of responsibilities, including working alongside our clients to deliver domestic assistance, social support, and community engagement, while promoting individual choice, dignity, and cultural safety. The role works across several programs, including Disability Supports, NDIS, Community Groups, Queensland Community Support Scheme (QCSS), and the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP). The CSO will provide culturally safe services through ATSICHS Brisbane to support the wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities. The role is heavily based on promoting independence and capacity building in our clients we support.

Duties

• Provide tailored support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disabilities to enhance their independence and quality of life.
• Implement individual support plans and report on participant progress.
• Provide in-home support, including meal preparation and medication reminders.
• Facilitate social inclusion by supporting clients in attending community events and activities.
• Conduct scheduled wellbeing checks for Elders, ensuring their needs are being met.
• Adhere to workplace health and safety standards, including infection control procedures.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and continuous professional development.

Culture

Join an innovation team that embraces creativity. We work as a team to make our clients and ourselves successful.

Benefits

• Starting base rate from $36.46 to $39.61 per hour + casual loading.
• Additional 12% Superannuation.
• Flexible casual role providing great work-life balance.
• Work with a leading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisation.

COVID-19 Requirement

• Immunisation history showing you have received two doses of a Covid-19 vaccine is encouraged.

Required

• Experience in disability support, aged care, or community services.
• Understanding of person-centred and culturally safe practices.
• Valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.

Desirable

• Qualification in Community Services, Disability, Aged Care, or a related field.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of NDIS and aged care sector regulations.

Additional Requirements

• National Police Certificate.
• Current Working with Children Card (Blue Card) or be eligible to apply.
• NDIS Worker Screening (Yellow Card) or eligibility to apply.
• Driver's Licence.
• Evidence of Work Rights.
• Travel between work sites on a regular basis.
• Flexibility in working hours.

How to apply

If this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now or contact as to have a yarn about how you can fit into our team.

Join us and be part of something more than just job - it's a way of life. Apply today!

Only successful applicants will be contacted.