In-Demand Family support worker Jobs in New South Wales

Community Worker
Upstream Care Services —South Penrith NSW
- $80,000 - $100,776 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- No degree
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Community Worker
HeartCare Health Services Pty Ltd —Plumpton NSW
- $79,423 a year
- Full-time
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
- Associate degree
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12d
Caseworker - Communities and Family Support (CAFS) - Part-time
Catholic Care DBB —Sydney NSW
- From $46.70 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Experience working with children
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Work from home
- Employee assistance program
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12d
Community Worker
Providence Disability and Ageing Support Services Pty Ltd —Sydney NSW
- $80,000 - $88,000 a year
- Full-time
- First Aid Certification
- Organisational skills
- In-person
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Caseworker - Communities and Family Support (CAFS)
Catholic Care DBB —Sydney NSW
- From $46.70 an hour
- Full-time
- Remote
- Experience working with children
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Work from home
- Employee assistance program
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12d
Disability Support Worker – Employment Mentor / Community Access
Iron Group Solutions —Blacktown NSW
- $45 - $48 an hour
- Cooking
- First Aid Certification
- Budgeting
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3d
Community Care Coordinator
Sahara Services Australia Pty Ltd —Hornsby NSW
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Parental leave
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10d
Family Worker – 2 positions – Wingecarribee LGA and Goulburn LGA
Home-Start National Inc —Bowral NSW
- $40 - $57 an hour
- Administrative experience
- Computer skills
- In-person
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Caseworker (Intensive Support Services) - Hunter Metro - Central Coast
NSW Department of Communities and Justice —Charlestown NSW
- $92,632 - $120,478 a year
- Master's degree
- Experience working with children
- Bachelor's degree
Family Time Worker
NSW Department of Communities and Justice —Parramatta NSW
- $42.71 - $46.43 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Spanish
- Administrative experience
- First Aid Certification
- Employee assistance program
12d
Clinical Support Worker
Maple Community Services —New South Wales
- $32.56 - $45.00 an hour
- CPR Certification
- Education
- First Aid Certification
- Travel reimbursement
- Professional development assistance
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3d
Regional Support Coordinator
MyIntegra —Castle Hill NSW
- Full-time
- Remote
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
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Community Worker - Sydney
EnableU Health Solutions —Arncliffe NSW
- $76,515 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Travel reimbursement
- Work from home
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Family and Community Support Worker
The Salvation Army —Surry Hills NSW
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
Home Care Worker (2) - NSW - Fairfield - Casual
Silverchain —Fairfield NSW
- $43.03 an hour
- Remote
- First Aid Certification
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3d
Youth Worker - Wagga Wagga (part-time and casual positions)
Catholic Care DBB —Wagga Wagga NSW
- $40.49 - $50.61 an hour
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
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12d
Mental Health Support Workers (Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative)
Uniting —Carlingford NSW
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
11d
Community Engagement Support Worker
Rev. Bill Crews Foundation —Ashfield NSW
- $40.49 - $50.61 an hour
- Temporary
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Youth Worker
Kanda —Blacktown NSW
- Social Work
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13d
Family Time Worker
Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle —Mayfield NSW
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
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Community Worker

Upstream Care Services
South Penrith NSW

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Job Details

Full-time
$80,000 - $100,776 a year

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Driver Licence
First Aid Certification
Organisational skills
Computer skills
Working with Children Check
Communication skills

Full Job Description

About Upstream Care Services

Upstream Care Services is a registered NDIS provider committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support that empowers people with disability to live independently and achieve their goals. We work closely with participants, families, support coordinators, and allied health professionals to provide tailored services that promote choice, inclusion, and community participation.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Community Worker (ANZSCO 411711) to join our growing team in Penrith.

About the Role

As a Community Worker, you will work directly with participants to enhance their independence, wellbeing, and social inclusion. You will coordinate supports, advocate for participants, and assist them in accessing services that help them achieve their goals.

This role requires excellent communication skills, strong organisational abilities, and a genuine commitment to providing person-centred support.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be responsible for duties consistent with the responsibilities of a Community Worker (ANZSCO 411711), including:
Providing direct assistance and support to participants to improve their independence, wellbeing, and community participation.

Assessing participant needs and developing, implementing, monitoring, and reviewing individual support plans.
Assisting participants to access health services, housing, education, employment opportunities, community programs, and other relevant support services.
Liaising with government agencies, NDIS stakeholders, allied health professionals, community organisations, and other service providers to coordinate supports.
Advocating for participants to ensure they receive appropriate services and have their rights and choices respected.
Monitoring participant progress and adjusting support strategies where appropriate.
Maintaining accurate, timely, and confidential case notes, participant records, reports, and documentation in accordance with organisational policies, NDIS Practice Standards, and legislative requirements.
Building positive relationships with participants, families, carers, and external stakeholders.
Ensuring all services are delivered ethically, professionally, and in accordance with duty of care, privacy, and safeguarding requirements.
Lead the coordination of complex participant cases involving multiple service providers, allied health professionals, support coordinators, and government agencies.
Provide guidance, mentoring, and day-to-day support to junior community workers and support staff to promote best practice and consistent service delivery.
Monitor the quality of participant support plans and documentation to ensure compliance with NDIS Practice Standards and organisational policies.
Identify service gaps and develop strategies to improve participant outcomes and community inclusion.
Represent the organisation at case conferences, multidisciplinary meetings, stakeholder consultations, and community networking events.
Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with hospitals, local health districts, housing providers, community organisations, and government agencies.
Assist management in developing operational procedures, participant resources, and service improvement initiatives.
Support onboarding and workplace orientation for new team members within the Community Services team.
Review participant risks and contribute to risk management strategies, safeguarding practices, and incident prevention.
Monitor participant funding utilisation and identify potential risks to continuity of supports, escalating concerns where appropriate.
Prepare complex reports, progress updates, and documentation required by the NDIA, Support Coordinators, guardians, and other authorised stakeholders.
Participate in internal audits, compliance reviews, and continuous improvement activities to maintain high-quality service delivery.
Contribute to workforce planning by identifying participant support needs and recommending appropriate staffing and resource allocation.
Assist in resolving participant concerns and complaints by working collaboratively with participants, families, and relevant stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.

Selection Criteria

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A relevant qualification in Community Services, Social Work, Human Services, Disability, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
Demonstrated experience working in community services, disability services, case management, or a similar support role.
Sound knowledge of community support systems, referral pathways, and person-centred practice.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to advocate effectively for participants.
Ability to work independently while contributing positively within a multidisciplinary team.
Competent computer skills and experience maintaining accurate case notes and documentation.
A commitment to maintaining participant confidentiality and delivering services in line with professional and ethical standards.

Desirable Requirements

Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
Current Working with Children Check (where applicable).
Current National Police Check.
Current First Aid and CPR Certificate.
Current Australian Driver Licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

Why Join Upstream Care Services?

At Upstream Care Services, you'll become part of a supportive and collaborative team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disability. We value professionalism, continuous learning, and person-centred care while providing opportunities for career growth and development.

If you are passionate about supporting individuals to achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: $80,000.00 – $100,776.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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