• Rare opportunity to make a difference to the quality of life of people living with HIV, the LGTBQIA+ community and disability and aged care recipients.
• Diverse, inclusive and supportive workplace.
• Permanent part-time or casual opportunities.
• Great benefits incl. e-learning, development opportunities, gifted leave, EAP access and more.

We encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date and the closing date may be brought forward without notice.

HIV is still here. Fear, stigma and ignorance still exist. Today, around 37 million people worldwide live with HIV, of whom 22 million are on treatment. Bobby Goldsmith Foundation (BGF) just turned 40 this year and has an ambition to grow our services to help people living with HIV and its wider community to thrive in Australia.

If you are looking for a rewarding job that makes a huge difference to people’s lives at a diverse and inclusive workplace, then BGF could be the right choice for you!

About us

Bobby Goldsmith Foundation (BGF) is Australia’s oldest community-based HIV organisation, providing client services and health promotion programs in NSW and SA. We provide direct practical assistance, emotional support, financial counselling, and housing advocacy to people living with HIV. We specialise in supporting people living with HIV and the broader LGBTQIA+ community, however, as an NDIS registered organisation, BGF is proud to offer disability supports to people from all backgrounds and walks of life, regardless of HIV status, sexual orientation and gender identity.

Our services are accessible to everyone, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or cultural and linguistic background.

Our vision

To help people living with HIV to thrive.

Our mission

BGF provides high quality client services and health promotions programs, as well as advocating with and for people living with HIV.

BGF works to change social attitudes around HIV, to reduce fear, discrimination and stigma and promote acceptance and understanding, working also at a systemic level to influence policy and service development.

Our values

Compassion, Solidarity, Empowerment and Inclusivity.

For more information about BGF please visit our website: https://www.bgf.org.au/ 

Please also check out our and video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVvyvZx4JzI

About you and the role

This role is all about making a difference and helping people live independently through support in daily activities. BGF is looking for someone either in a permanent part-time (hours of work will be discussed in the interview) or casual capacity to support BGF clients to live fulfilling and meaningful lives in their communities.

The Community Support Worker requires solid experience engaging and assisting clients with their daily living skills. In this role you are a truly purpose-driven professional whose personal values are aligned to ours. You are non-judgmental, you understand boundaries, and you are a team player with positive collaborative attitude and treat everyone with respect. More specifically, to be successful in this role you will:

• Abide by BGF and Client Services team’s established policies, procedures and guidelines;
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with Client Service team to achieve improved health and wellbeing outcomes for your clients;
• Deliver high quality support services to meet the identified needs of BGF clients living in the community by performing a variety of duties including medication prompting, shopping, light cleaning, meal preparation, personal care as well as taking clients to their appointments;
• Help clients overcome social isolation;
• Proactively develop and maintain client relationships that facilitate progress towards planned and agreed levels of independence and participation; and
• Write case notes after every job for client record keeping purposes.

In addition, you will need to meet the following requirements:

• Certificate IV in Community Services (completed or in progress) or relevant industry experience.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Proof of right to work in Australia with no restrictions & 100 points ID.
• Current and clean NSW driving licence.
• Current Level 1 First Aid Certificate and CPR.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination (a copy of Immunisation History Statement issued by the Australian Government). Under the current work health and safety framework for infectious disease screening and vaccination, BGF employees are required to have at least two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine unless they have a medical contraindication. BGF conducts regular reviews to ensure our policy reflects the latest expert advice.

It is also highly desirable if you have:

• A reliable and roadworthy motor vehicle to travel to participant's homes and assist them in accessing the community, including comprehensive motor vehicle insurance and registration.
• Mental Health First Aid training completed and current.
• Experience working with staff and volunteers with a lived experience.
• An understanding of the principles and practice of client-centred care.
• An understanding of the value of working with the client’s families and friends.
• Knowledge of and experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds.

Benefits & Culture

• Make a significant impact on the lives of PLHIV, the LGTBQIA+ community, and disability and aged care recipients.
• Much more than just a job – it is a rare opportunity to be part of a community of like-minded individuals.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe, diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Permanent part-time or casual opportunities to achieve your improved work-life balance, based in and around Sydney. Hours of work for permanent part-time role will be discussed during the interview.
• Great benefits incl. e-learning, development opportunities, discount shopping, gifted leave, EAP access and more.
• Gain experiences through empowering people, their families and carers, and the wider community.

How to Apply

Please submit your current resume and a covering letter. In your cover letter, please briefly explain why you think you are suitable for the role by addressing the skills/knowledge, qualification and experience.

Please submit your application to Moises Zamora Juarez, our Community Support Programs Manager.

Should you have any questions please contact Moises Zamora Juarez, our Community Support Programs Manager, via email to [email protected] using the subject line: Community Support Worker enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. People living with HIV, First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, females, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.