Remote Community Support Worker EK

Position Overview

This opening is for a Permanent Full Time or Fixed Term Full Time role until 31 December 2026, with potential for extension or permanent placement. The Remote Community Support Worker EK is responsible for facilitating remote aged care service delivery by collaborating closely with community members, remote care personnel, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure client needs align with KACS guidelines.

Organizational Context

The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is Australia's largest rural health system and among the world’s largest, delivering healthcare to around 500,000 people—including 45,000 Aboriginal Australians—across an expansive 2.5 million square kilometer area. It consists of seven regions with a comprehensive network of hospitals, healthcare centers, and services distributed throughout rural and remote Western Australia. The organization is dedicated to providing accessible and high-quality health care to residents and visitors in country WA.

Key Suitability Criteria

• Proven understanding and dedication to community development principles supporting seniors and individuals with disabilities to uphold their independence, wellbeing, and community involvement.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication talents enabling effective relationship building with clients, caregivers, community members, service providers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Cross-cultural competence with demonstrated respect and effectiveness working with Aboriginal populations and remote Kimberley communities, acknowledging local cultural protocols and priorities.
• Ability to collaborate positively in multidisciplinary settings, exercise initiative, sound judgment, and operate independently with minimal oversight.
• Readiness and capacity to undertake frequent travel, including overnight stays in remote Kimberley locations, and work proficiently in isolated geographic areas.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary accompanied by 12% employer superannuation contributions into your chosen fund.
• Access to advantageous salary packaging options.
• Opportunities for professional growth including development programs and study leave support.
• Flexible work schedules and leave arrangements.
• Additional professional or location-related allowances depending on operational parameters.

Application Requirements

• A statement (up to 3 pages) addressing the suitability criteria, demonstrating your relevant skills, knowledge, and what you will contribute to the role.
• A detailed CV outlining relevant experience and ability to fulfill the position's requirements.
• Contact details for two professional referees, preferably including your current or most recent manager.

Additional Information

Applicants must have valid Australian work rights including visa holders eligible for ongoing employment. WA Health promotes a discrimination-free workplace, supports child safety, embraces diversity, and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse individuals, and persons with disabilities. Employment is subject to criminal record screening, integrity checks, working with children checks (if applicable), and pre-employment health assessments. Unsatisfactory health assessments can result in withdrawal of employment offers.

This recruitment process may also consider candidates for similar roles within WACHS or the broader WA public sector for up to 12 months following appointment. The organization supports flexible working and is committed to a smoke-free environment.

For inquiries, please contact Jo Scales at 08 9166 4347. Late or emailed applications will not be accepted.