Community Support Assistant - Ipswich Region
Job No:
AAQ156
Location:
Ipswich
Alzheimer’s Queensland (AQ) is a leading provider of community care services across Southeast Queensland. Our focus is on enhancing the quality of life for our clients by supporting them to remain living independently at home and actively engaged within their local community.
Our mission is to work collaboratively with our clients to maintain dignity, promote social and physical wellbeing, and delay premature entry into residential care. Renowned for excellence in service delivery, AQ offers a range of allied health and wellness services including physiotherapy, occupational therapy and holistic wellness programs.
We are seeking Casual Community Support Assistant to deliver high-quality, person-centered support to elderly clients living in the community.
Key duties include:
- Social support and companionship
- Personal care and medication support
- Meal preparation
- Light domestic assistance
- Transport and community access support
You will adopt a restorative and wellness-focused approach, supporting clients to maintain independence, confidence, and engagement in daily life.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients and their families. AQ is committed to providing consistency of care, aiming to match Community Support Assistants with regular clients wherever possible.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Certificate III in Aged Care / Community Care / Individual Support (essential)
- Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
- Current Queensland Open Driver’s License
- Reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance
- National Police Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
- A respectful, empathetic, and confidential approach to care
- Previous experience in aged care or community support (highly regarded)
AVAILABILITY REQUIREMENT
Applicants must be available to work the following shifts:
- Tuesday: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Wednesday: 7:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Thursday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Benefits on Offer
- Casual hourly rate of $43.24 per hour + superannuation
- Salary packaging options available
- Kilometre allowance
- Comprehensive induction and onboarding
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Supportive, values-driven workplace culture
Apply now:
If you are passionate about supporting clients to achieve their goals and live well at home, we encourage you to apply.
At Alzheimer’s Queensland, we believe everyone deserves positive and meaningful life experiences, regardless of their stage of life or diagnosis of dementia.